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14Sep2026

Starting the Week of New Year’s Eve Slowly? Why Not Read a Book? 📚

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A person reading a book while relaxing indoors, with warm lights in the background during New Year's week. Find financial reads for wealth managers and private bankers.

The week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve 🎉 is often quieter, making it the perfect time to unwind. Why not pick up a great book?

These books cover various topics, from the psychology behind money 💰 to the complexities of financial markets 📊. Whether you’re an experienced investor or just starting, each book offers valuable lessons and an engaging narrative.

Books for Wealth Managers

📖 The Rational Investor (2022) – A practical guide for staying rational in unpredictable markets. Full of real-world examples and actionable strategies for more intelligent investment decisions.

📖 The Psychology of Money (2020) – Morgan Housel blends personal stories and history to show how our emotions and behaviour shape financial decisions. It is a must-read for those who want to master the mental game of investing.

📖 Way of the Wolf (2017) – Jordan Belfort, the real-life “Wolf of Wall Street,” shares his techniques for mastering sales, persuasion, and influence. Perfect for finance professionals looking to improve their business skills.

📖 The Big Short (2010) – Michael Lewis provides a gripping account of the 2008 financial crisis. This book makes complex financial concepts accessible and engaging.

📖 Inside Out (1991) – Dennis B. Levine offers an insider’s look at Wall Street’s ethical dilemmas and power struggles, revealing the personal side of corporate ambition.

📖 Liar’s Poker (1989) – Another classic by Michael Lewis, this candid, humorous book dives into the culture and chaos of Wall Street in the 1980s.

Release next week:

📖 The Art of Greed (2025) – A fictionalised retelling of the 1MDB scandal, this gripping story charts Jho Low’s rise and fall in a world of wealth, power, and corruption.

These Financial Reads books don’t just inform – they captivate! Whether you want to deepen your financial knowledge or enjoy a good read, this collection will provide plenty of inspiration for the year ahead. 📚.

Source: LinkedIn

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