Abstract

While indexes are great, the real thrill of stock investing is in "selecting individual stocks"! Understand the risks and reap big rewards.

◆ This book provides a compact summary of basic techniques for individual stock investing.
By understanding the essence of "growth stocks" and "undervalued stocks," you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of stock selection.

◆ There is no "one indicator" that guarantees profits when investing in individual stocks.
Every indicator and method has its pros and cons, and combining them to make a comprehensive judgment is crucial. This book clearly explains how indicators work and how to use them.

◆ It is suitable for a wide range of readers, from beginners to experienced investors.
Expert know-how is presented in an easy-to-understand manner, avoiding complex formulas and technical terminology as much as possible.
◆ Written by the deputy editor-in-chief of Nikkei Money
This book explains how to identify stocks with long-term growth potential without being swayed by short-term information.

[Main contents of this book]
- The idea that "stock prices will rise if a company's performance improves" is a lie
- The mystery behind the sudden rise in Fuji TV stock
- PBR (price-to-book ratio) below 1 = "Everyone would be better off if the company were dissolved"
- How to avoid the "value trap" (the trap of undervaluation)
- Future profits are unreliable
- PER (price-earnings ratio) is useful, but cannot be used alone
- How to avoid being fooled by PER
- What are the tips for avoiding the crisis of growth stocks?
- 9 numbers to identify growth stocks
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Author’s Information

Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Nikkei Money.

Born in 1978, he joined Nikkei Home Publishing (now Nikkei BP) in 2001. After serving as editor of Nikkei Money, editor of Nikkei Trendy, and deputy editor-in-chief of Nikkei xwoman, he assumed his current position in 2022. While changing publications, he has consistently been in charge of articles on investment and financial products for over 20 years.