Investing for Growth By Terry Smith

In this compelling anthology of essays and letters penned between 2010–2020, leading fund manager Terry Smith simplifies the art of successful investing. While many prefer to complicate the process, Smith’s philosophy is refreshingly straightforward—focus on buying the best companies in the world. These companies excel at generating significant cash flow and maximizing its potential, leading to powerful, compounded returns over time. Remarkably, many of these businesses have weathered economic upheavals, including the Great Depression and two world wars.

Why You Should Read This Book:

1. Debunking Investment Myths: Gain insights into the common misconceptions that cloud investment decisions and learn how to see through them.

2. Discovering High-Quality Companies: Understand what truly makes a company exceptional and learn to identify these hidden gems in the market.

3. Practical Investment Strategies: Absorb Terry Smith’s ten golden rules for investing, crafted from years of experience and analytical rigor.

4. Eye-Opening Financial Insights: Learn about value-destroying share buybacks, the hidden risks of ETFs, and the surprising truths behind ESG investments.

5. Engaging and Witty Writing: Enjoy Smith’s trademark razor-sharp wit, making complex financial concepts both accessible and entertaining.

Backed by the analytical depth that made Accounting for Growth (1992) a cult classic, this book offers not just theoretical knowledge but practical advice to help your money grow. A must-have for every investor’s bookshelf, it’s a treasure trove of wisdom on making smart, impactful financial decisions.