All About Short Selling, 1st Edition

Win the high-stakes game of short selling! Short selling is growing in popularity—and for good reason. A smart shorting strategy can yield impressive profits while decreasing portfolio risk. All About Short Selling reveals what you need to excel in this exciting form of trading—without making the classic “beginner’s” mistakes. An expert in the field, Tom Taulli provides a comprehensive game plan for playing—and winning—the short-selling game. Avoiding complicated theories and overly technical explanations, All About Short Selling focuses only on what you need to know, including: The benefits of short selling—from decreased overall portfolio risk to increased returns in tough markets Tips for analyzing balance sheets, income statements, and cash-flow statements Techniques for managing and evaluating a portfolio that includes shorted investments