The Intelligent Investor
Best general introduction to Graham's investment philosophy and principles.
Author guide
Benjamin Graham Books in Order
Benjamin Graham (1894–1976) was an English-American economist, investor, financial analyst, and Columbia Business School professor. His books helped establish modern security analysis and value investing, emphasizing disciplined valuation, independent judgment, and a margin of safety. He also wrote on monetary policy and commodities, coauthored a practical guide to financial statements, wrote a Broadway play, and completed a memoir published posthumously.
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Security Analysis
Foundational, more technical treatment of valuation and security analysis.
Outside the series
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Nonfiction (1)
- The Memoirs of the Dean of Wall Street
memoir · 1996
Plays (1)
- True to the Marines
play · 1934
Other (5)
- Security Analysis
book · 1934
"Graham's ideas inspired the investment community for nearly a century."--Smart Money "Graham's method of investing is as relevant today as it was when he first espoused it during the Roaring Twenties."--Investor's Business Daily Benjamin…
- The Interpretation of Financial Statements
book · 1937
"All investors, from beginners to old hands, should gain from the use of this guide, as I have." From the Introduction by Michael F. Price, president, Franklin Mutual Advisors, Inc. Benjamin Graham has been called the most important…
- World Commodities and World Currency
book · 1944
- The Intelligent Investor
book · 1949
More than one million hardcovers sold Now available for the first time in paperback! The Classic Text Annotated to Update Graham's Timeless Wisdom for Today's Market Conditions The greatest investment advisor of the twentieth century,…
Frequently asked questions about Benjamin Graham
Who was Benjamin Graham?
Benjamin Graham was a British-born American economist, investor, financial analyst, and professor who pioneered value investing and modern security analysis.
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Where did Benjamin Graham teach?
Graham taught at Columbia Business School, where he developed investment-analysis courses, and later taught UCLA students and Wall Street professionals.
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What did Benjamin Graham do before becoming famous as an investing author?
After graduating from Columbia, Graham went to work on Wall Street and built a career as a financial strategist, professional investor, and teacher.
Who influenced Benjamin Graham, and whom did he influence?
Graham collaborated with Columbia professor David Dodd in developing value investing, and he later influenced students including Warren Buffett, who studied under him at Columbia.
Why is Benjamin Graham’s legacy important?
Graham’s emphasis on intrinsic value, careful research, and a margin of safety established a durable framework for value investing that remains influential in finance education and practice.
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