Keys to Understanding Securities

Book excerpt: Barron's easy-to-understand Business Keys take the mystery out of finance and investment for ordinary consumers. These easy-to-read books offer up-to-date advice on saving, investing, protecting one's assets, coping with taxes, and prudent management of personal finances. New titles available this season are revised editions of previously released favorites, updated to reflect today's market conditions and recent changes in finance and tax laws. Makes clear the differences between common and preferred stocks, the many different kinds of mutual funds, convertible and non-convertible bonds, and more. Tells readers how to read a broker's prospectus.