Demystifying the Stock Market

While not nearly as in-depth as Understanding the Stock Market (VL-3/94), this brief overview is better suited to those looking for an introduction to the subject. The program uses good visuals and crisp graphics to offer a short history of the stock market, a description of different investment options, suggestions for working with a broker, and tips on tracking investments. As a spur to get people off their savings account duffs and into the money-growing arena, Demystifying the Stock Market is an effective inspirational tool. Of course, today, the biggest obstacle to success in the stock market is not ignorance, it's Alan Greenspan and the Federal Reserve Board who seem determined to put an end to the long bull market. Still, in the event that someone with sense puts a straitjacket on Greenspan and allows the economy to take an uninterrupted breath, this tape will help those who wish to dip their toes into the investing pool. Highly recommended. (R. Pitman)