{"product_id":"investing-in-purchasing-power-9781162607955","title":"Investing in Purchasing Power","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Kenneth S. Van Strum\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInvesting in Purchasing Power by Kenneth S. Van Strum is a comprehensive guide for investors looking to protect their wealth and purchasing power in the face of inflation. The book offers practical advice and strategies for investing in assets that can maintain their value over time and keep up with the rising cost of living. Van Strum begins by explaining the basics of inflation and its effects on the economy and individual investors. He then outlines various asset classes, including stocks, bonds, real estate, and commodities, and evaluates their potential for inflation protection. The author also delves into alternative investments such as precious metals, collectibles, and cryptocurrencies, and discusses their pros and cons.In addition to asset allocation, Van Strum emphasizes the importance of risk management and diversification in building a successful inflation-protected portfolio. He provides detailed guidance on how to assess risk tolerance, set investment goals, and monitor performance.Investing in Purchasing Power is written in a clear and accessible style, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced investors. The book is packed with practical tips, real-world examples, and helpful charts and graphs. Whether you are just starting out or looking to fine-tune your investment strategy, this book is an essential guide to protecting your wealth and securing your financial future.1925. Contents: what is a dollar worth; selecting the securities for analysis; investing during a period of declining commodity prices; stocks and bonds on the bargain counter; taking advantage of rising bond prices; man who invests periodically; investing during a period of falling and rising commodity prices; purchasing stocks and bonds immediately after a panic; skillful bond investor; periodic investor; economic conditions work to the disadvantage of the bondholder; assuming a high return for bonds; buying stocks and bonds when security prices are high; when the bond investor's holding decline in value; maximum yield on bonds; neutralizing stock and bond price fluctuations; purchase of stocks of investment standing; investment in low priced stocks; average American railroad; average American industrial; railroads vs. industrials; summary; future trend of the cost of living; conclusions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kessinger Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46879123406999,"sku":"9781162607955","price":2876.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781162607955.webp?v=1770196251","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/investing-in-purchasing-power-9781162607955","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}