Get your slice of the economic pie and then some, in the UK and beyond

Investing in shares can help build anyone's financial standing—move over, economic elite! People from all walks of life can easily grow their wealth and secure money for the future. Investing in Shares For Dummies takes a friendly, non-jargony approach for new and not-quite-advanced-yet shareholders. This book walks you through the investment orchard so you can cherry-pick shares that will turn you a tidy profit (mmm, tasty.) You'll also learn to stay calm and ride the unavoidable waves of the markets. Over the long term, you stand to earn greater returns (translation: more money) than if you invested in real estate or bonds alone. And who isn't keen on the idea of more money?

This latest edition is up-to-date with the top investing apps, investing with ETFs, thematic investing, trading shares in the US and other nations, and everything else you might be curious about as you start building a rock-solid portfolio. With Investing in Shares For Dummies, you will:

• Get to know the stock markets to decide if shares investing is right for you
• Plan your investing strategy and take risks that make sense for your financial situation
• Research shares before you buy: analyse industries, read stock charts and find company data
• Make investment decisions that maximise profits, lower costs and minimise your tax bill

Investing in Shares For Dummies gives you the sound advice and proven tactics you need to play the markets and watch your profits grow.