Accounting & Finance Audiobooks | Business & Economics

The Little Book of Valuation: How to Value a Company, Pick a Stock, and Profit, Updated Edition

In The Little Book of Valuation: How to Value a Company, Pick a Stock, and Profit, professor and economist Aswath Damodaran guides listeners through the fundamentals and step-by-step process of picking winning companies to invest in. In the book, you'll learn how to make your own accurate valuation assessments, avoiding common pitfalls and mistakes along the way. From widespread misunderstandings to undeniable truths in valuation, the author covers exactly where to turn your attention to when assessing a company's value based on a myriad of factors, with stories and real examples included throughout to prepare you for any modern investing challenge you may find yourself facing. You'll also learn simple but extremely effective valuation tools and formulas for success; the complex relationship between assets, debt, equity, and business value; and special market considerations regarding valuation that require a dynamic approach. Rather than relying on third-party sources-often drawing from the same public information that you have access to, but getting it wrong-The Little Book of Valuation, Updated Edition gives listeners all the insight and practical tools they need to cut through the noise and arrive at their own accurate valuations, pick profitable stocks, and establish successful long-term portfolios.

Aswath Damodaran (Author), Keval Shah (Narrator)

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The Way of Wealth: Stories and Strategies on the Path to a Billion

The self-made Jamaican-Canadian billionaire shares how to build a more prosperous life One of the most renowned businessmen and philanthropists both in Canada and abroad, Michael Lee-Chin was born in Jamaica. In 1970, he came to Canada to study civil engineering, but several years later switched careers to financial advising. He quickly built a mutual fund company that he had bought for $500,000 into a financial-services powerhouse with over $15 billion in assets under management. Decades later, Lee-Chin’s empire now spans industries that include banking, finance, communications and ground-breaking health research. Leading business schools around the world, including the Rotman School at the University of Toronto, use examples of Lee-Chin’s business acumen in their case studies. Throughout his life, Michael Lee-Chin has stayed true to his disciplined approach to business and his “recipe” for success. In The Way of Wealth, he shares the experience and expertise on which his entire business empire is built. No matter where you are in life or how much money you have, by following his simple advice and inspiring lessons you can create your own wealth and lead a more prosperous and fulfilling life.

Michael Lee-Chin (Author), TBD (Narrator)

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Talk Money to Me: The 8 Essential Financial Questions to Discuss With Your Partner

Financial compatibility is equally as important as emotional compatibility, and the only way to find out if you and your partner are a match, is to TALK MONEY! Everyone talks until they're blue in the face about the pillars of a healthy relationship: Compatibility, chemistry, honesty, loyalty and respect, but for the most part, everyone overlooks one of the most critical pillars…finances! Talking about money with the love of your life may seem like a gargantuan task, one that statistically says many have been avoiding. If you feel this way, know you're not alone. The majority of cohabitating Americans feel uncomfortable discussing finances with their partner. Turns out this is a huge problem, because arguments about money are the second leading cause for divorce, right behind infidelity! In this practical and no-holds-barred follow-up to his, Wallstreet Journal bestselling book, THE RESTART ROADMAP, host of the "Trading Secrets" podcast, Jason Tartick, will teach you the eight numbers you NEED to discuss with your partner and why. The former banker who has earned his MBA in accounting and finance, is intimately familiar with how companies prepare financial statements, manage debt, analyze cash flows and drive profitability. While a foreign concept to most, Jason fully believes that couples should slightly mirror the same money management. If you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, or are just unsure where to start your personal finance journey, Talk Money to Me will help you: • Get comfortable starting the money conversations with your partner and loved ones. • Learn about the most important financial tricks, tactics, and technology to improve money habits. • Calculate and manage 8 numbers that will critically impact your financial wellbeing. • Create independent and joint spending, saving, and investing strategies as a team. • Understand the potential repercussions of financial infidelity and deception. Whether you're in a committed relationship or still search for your other half, Talk Money to Me will enhance your relationship with your personal finance and money management knowledge, giving you the tools to build a healthy, wealthy, and happy life.

Jason Tartick (Author), Jason Tartick (Narrator)

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Beyond Getting By: The Financial Diet's Guide to Abundant and Intentional Living

A beautiful, full-color guide to living with money, not for money, packed with fun, tangible advice from the women behind The Financial Diet. The girlboss came in many forms, and she struggled valiantly against our increasing exhaustion at her brand of pinkwashed-capitalism-as-liberation-but it's time to put her to rest. Yes, money is essential to life, and managing it well can be the difference between freedom and constraint. But once you have enough, the focus should be on converting it into things that are meaningful to you: more time with the people you love, more creativity, more days to just vibe on the couch. In Beyond Getting By, the women behind The Financial Diet teach you how to create (and pay for) a life you truly enjoy-and that you can be proud of. They show you how to push beyond what society tells you will make you happy to determine what you actually want, with specific advice and interactive exercises on • how to define your own budget philosophy by no longer chasing fast fashion and instant gratification, instead allowing the unlikely duo of Sigmund Freud and Elizabeth Warren to guide your budgeting • how the idea that we have equal opportunity is bullshit-and how to start a self-advocacy journal in order to kill it in that next raise negotiation • how to stave off burnout by valuing your personal life with as much care as your career, in addition to figuring out the true worth of your time Beyond Getting By is for the woman interested in a life where money is simply a tool and never a reflection of her worth. It's for the woman who understands the limits of gamifying personal finance, and that following trends isn't the same as creating a sustainable, wealth-generating plan for the future.

Holly Trantham (Author), Chelsea Fagan, Holly Trantham, TBD (Narrator)

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Busting the Bankers' Club: Finance for the Rest of Us

An eye-opening account of the failures of our financial system, the sources of its staying power, and the path to meaningful economic reform. Bankers brought the global economic system to its knees in 2007 and nearly did the same in 2020. Both times, the US government bailed out the banks and left them in control. How can we end this cycle of trillion-dollar bailouts and make finance work for the rest of us? Busting the Bankers' Club confronts the powerful people and institutions that benefit from our broken financial system-and the struggle to create an alternative. Drawing from decades of research on the history, economics, and politics of banking, economist Gerald Epstein shows that any meaningful reform will require breaking up this club of politicians, economists, lawyers, and CEOs who sustain the status quo. Thankfully, there are thousands of activists, experts, and public officials who are working to do just that. Clear-eyed and hopeful, Busting the Bankers' Club centers the individuals and groups fighting for a financial system that will better serve the needs of the marginalized and support important transitions to a greener, fairer economy.

Gerald Epstein (Author), Kent Klineman (Narrator)

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Invest Like a Girl: Jump into the Stock Market, Reach Your Money Goals, and Build Wealth

An approachable, empowering guide to investing that helps you level the financial playing field, move toward financial independence, and grow your money, from one of the internet's favorite personal finance educators In a world where many women need to contend with the gender pay gap, take career breaks to raise families, and account for their longer lifespans when saving for retirement, investing is a surefire way to put yourself on firm financial footing. And when women do start investing, they often land higher returns than men. However, as Dr. Jessica Spangler discovered when she shared her financial know-how online, understanding that investing is crucial is just the beginning. Many of her followers, as well as her real-life friends, coworkers, and even patients, wanted to know exactly how and where they could start. With Invest Like a Girl, Jessica shares the essential information and offers the game plans that women need to begin investing right away and according to their unique financial profiles. Filled with easy-to-implement tools, practical strategies, and real-life examples, this go-to guide to investing will provide the blueprint for you to take the next step with your money, teaching you how to ● Prep your finances: Get a clear picture of your net worth and know exactly how much you can allocate for investing-no matter your income. ● Pick up the lingo of investing: Understand the differences between ETFs, index funds, mutual funds, bonds, and options-and weigh the pros and cons of each. ● Manage risk without breaking a sweat: Determine your risk tolerance with a short quiz, learn to use the ups and downs of the market to your benefit, and discover how investing helps you beat inflation. ● Craft a customized strategy: Outline your most important financial goals, figure out your personal investing style, and decide how to allocate your assets with the help of worksheets, checklists, and sample portfolios along the way. Whether you're looking to achieve financial independence, make strides toward important life goals, or set aside enough for retirement, Invest Like a Girl will get you up to speed and empower you to start investing and make sound decisions about your money.

Jessica Spangler (Author), Jessica Spangler (Narrator)

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Your Best Financial Life: Save Smart Now for the Future You Want

Anne Lester—former head of retirement solutions for JPMorgan and award-winning investor—blends science and experience to provide Millennials and Gen Z with the key steps that will set them up for a successful retirement and help them achieve their biggest life goals. Most 20-and 30-somethings are understandably anxious about their future. Just as they emerged from a pandemic that forever changed their relationship with work, they had to abruptly discover their place in the AI revolution. But imagine if in the midst of all this uncertainty they had one thing they could depend on: their financial security. Enter Anne Lester, former head of retirement solutions for JPMorgan Asset Management. In Your Best Financial Life, Anne provides actionable solutions for the unique challenges Millennials and Gen Z face while saving for their future. Drawing on her own personal experience, latest research, and fresh case studies, Anne meets readers where they are and helps them: · Understand why they behave the way they do around money · Identify their savings and spending profiles—and how to hack their brains to begin accumulating real wealth · Balance saving for retirement with paying off debt and other life goals · Decode confusing financial jargon to make life’s biggest decisions just a little bit easier And so much more. Written with compassion and empathy, Your Best Financial Life is the book that Millennials and Gen Z who are anxious about money—and their future—have been waiting for.

Anne Lester (Author), Janina Edwards, TBD (Narrator)

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Paper Soldiers: How the Weaponization of the Dollar Changed the World Order

From Bloomberg News reporter Saleha Mohsin, the untold story of how one of America's most invincible institutions-the Treasury-has used the U.S. dollar to define America's role in the world, and our economic future. In 1995, Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin re-defined the next thirty years of currency policy with the mantra, "A strong dollar is in America's interest." That mantra held, ushering in exceptional prosperity and cheap foreign goods, but the strong dollar policy also played a role in the devastating hollowing out of America's manufacturing sector. Meanwhile, abroad, the United States increasingly turned to the dollar as a weapon of war. In Paper Soldiers, Saleha Mohsin reveals how the Treasury Department has shaped U.S. policy at home and overseas by wielding the American dollar as a weapon-and what that means in a new age of crisis. For decades, America has preferred its currency superpower-strong, the basis of a 'strong dollar' policy that attracted foreign investors and pleased consumers. Drawing on Mohsin's unparalleled access to current and former Treasury officials like Robert Rubin, Steven Mnuchin, and Janet Yellen, Paper Soldiers traces that policy's intended and unintended consequences, including the rise of populist sentiment and trade war with China-culminating in an unprecedented attack on the dollar's pristine status during the Trump presidency-and connects the dollar's weaponization from 9/11 to the deployment of crippling financial sanctions against Russia. Ultimately, Mohsin argues that, untethered from many of the economic assumptions of the last generation, the power and influence of the American dollar is now at stake. With first-hand reporting and fresh analysis that illustrates the vast, often unappreciated power that the Treasury Department wields at home and abroad, Paper Soldiers tells the inside story of how we really got here-and the future not only of the almighty dollar, but the nation's teetering role as a democratic superpower.

Saleha Mohsin (Author), Soneela Nankani, TBD (Narrator)

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Private Equity: Opportunities and Risks (Financial Markets and Investments) 1st Edition

During the past few decades, private equity (PE) has attracted considerable attention from investors, practitioners, and academicians. In fact, a substantial literature on PE has emerged. PE offers benefits for institutional and private wealth management clients, including diversification and enhancement of risk-adjusted returns. However, several factors such as liquidity concerns, regulatory restrictions, and the lack of transparency limit the attractiveness of some PE options to investors. The latest volume in the Financial Markets and Investments Series, Private Equity: Opportunities and Risks offers a synthesis of the theoretical and empirical literature on PE in both emerging and developed markets. Editors H. Kent Baker, Greg Filbeck, Halil Kiymaz, and their coauthors examine PE and provide important insights about topics such as major types of PE (venture capital, leveraged buyouts, mezzanine capital, and distressed debt investments), how PE works, performance and measurement, uses and structure, and trends in the market. Listeners can gain an in-depth understanding about PE from academics and practitioners from around the world. This new and intriguing examination of PE is essential for anyone hoping to gain a better understanding of PE, from seasoned professionals to those aspiring to enter the demanding world of finance.

Greg Filbeck, H. Kent Baker, Halil Kiymaz (Author), Joel Richards (Narrator)

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Life In The Pits: My Time as a Trader on the Rough-and-Tumble Exchange Floors

In 1989, Brad Schaeffer was working as an artist when his trader brother invited him to visit the floor of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Schaeffer promptly quit his job and became a clerk in that most iconic arena of raw capitalism. During the next six years, Schaeffer rose from clerk to trader, making markets on Eurodollar options in Chicago and heating oil options in New York. In that time, jammed literally shoulder-to-shoulder, he screamed, flailed his arms, hurled expletives, and pushed and shoved his way through his day. In Life in the Pits, Schaeffer recalls the uneasy camaraderie of working right next to fierce competitors, the sheer intensity of dealing in stacks of money changing hands with a simple scream or hand signal, and the hijinks, excesses, and collection of characters as colorful as the jackets they wore, giving the listener an intimate look into what life was like down in the financial mosh pits. A worthy successor to Liar's Poker and Reminiscences of a Stock Operator, Life in the Pits offers nuggets of wisdom on what makes a successful trader and the rules all must follow to survive in such an unforgiving environment. Schaeffer's often hilarious, yet sometimes profound, reflections take us on his personal journey from penniless artist to moving millions of dollars' worth of commodities in the blink of an eye.

Brad Schaeffer (Author), Stephen Bowlby (Narrator)

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Investing for Better: Harnessing the Four Driving Forces of Asset Management to Build a Wealthier an

Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) is big, and it's getting bigger. An entire generation of investors want their investments to reflect their values. If you have clients in this category, you need to listen to Investing for Better, which reveals the inherent challenge this style of investing poses. ESG pioneer and seasoned asset manager Daniel Seiler maps out the current state of the global asset management industry and outlines the primal forces that influence the business of money management. He proposes a new model of asset management that combines vision and purpose by prioritizing reduction of the costs of investing, refinement of mechanisms to share risk, minimization of information asymmetries, and responsiveness to changing investor and societal preferences. Along the way, Seiler explores hot topics like the influence of technological improvements (AI, blockchain, and NFTs) on the future of investing. Investing for Better is based on the core understanding that if you have a purpose and conviction, you can help individuals and families create wealth and savings, and can help build a better, more prosperous, and more peaceful civilization.

Daniel Seiler (Author), William Sarris (Narrator)

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Wealth Management Made Easy

Wealth Management Made Easy: A Guide on Mastering Your Finances. Simplifying Wealth Management for Success Welcome to the world of financial success and prosperity! In 'Wealth Management Made Easy: A Guide on Mastering Your Finances,' you'll discover a straightforward path to simplifying wealth management and achieving the financial success you desire. Managing your wealth can often feel overwhelming and complex, but this audiobook breaks down the barriers, providing you with practical strategies and easy-to-follow guidance. Whether you're a beginner or seeking to refine your financial approach, this comprehensive guide will empower you to take control of your finances with confidence. Through expert advice, you'll gain a deep understanding of the principles and techniques necessary for effective wealth management. From budgeting and saving to investing and asset allocation, you'll learn the key pillars of financial success and how to apply them to your unique situation. Navigating the complex world of financial instruments and terminology can be daunting, but fear not! This audiobook simplifies the jargon and equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions. You'll discover strategies for minimizing debt, optimizing your savings, and leveraging your investments for long-term growth. Prepare to unlock the secrets of successful wealth management and take charge of your financial destiny. 'Wealth Management Made Easy' is your roadmap to financial independence and abundance. Embrace the simplicity, take control of your finances, and embark on a journey toward lasting financial success.

Muriel Goddard (Author), Steven Myles (Narrator)

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