Another great book from Bernstein. This one is more accessible than Style Investing and has some great financial planning tips/exercises. After the last 2 years in the markets many investors should reasses their tolerance and goals and Bernstein gives a nice framework to do that within.

This readable book explains very important concepts (risk/reward, asset allocation etc.) very well. Serious long-term investors would be well advised to navigate the noise (I would suggest shutting off CNBC as a start), read Richard's book, and then create a diversified portfolio that is expected to help them fund their long-term liabilities (education, retirement etc.) while matching their true risk tolerance.

This is an outstanding book---the best I've read in 3 years. I particularly like the discussion of risk--how the general perception of risk differs form the investors point of view. And how the investor's perception of risk can be misinterpreted by the broker or financial consultant. A great discussion of value verses growth stocks and which do better under which circumstances. I learned alot by reading this book.

This is the best book I've read in several years. It is thought provoking and backed up by data to show which stocks do well and poorly over time. Alot of the information is counter-intuitive--i.e. shows how your gut instinct is often incorrect. I particularly like the book's discussion of risk, and how the conventional view of risk differs considerably for the average investors view of risk. I plan to reread this book soon.

Rich Bernstein is one of the "Wisest" Professionals on Wall Street. While there are a lot of smart people in the investment community that can easily rattle off facts and figures, Rich helps you understand why much of the information is worthless and can even be harmful to an individual investor. "Navigate the Noise: Investing in the New Age of Media and Hype" helps explain how individuals can avoid following the croud, or getting caught up in the news event of the moment. He provides a common sense and thoughful appoach to what information is important to achieving YOUR investment goals and objectives, and not simply following the croud when it comes to making investment decisions. With all the talking heads in the media and investment community Rich Bernstein is a "Breed Apart".
This is one book on investing that can help new and experienced investors stay focused on the information that can make a positive difference to their investment returns.