Books How to invest in the stock market By James Wambua

"How to Invest in the Stock Market" by Peter Wambu is a practical guide tailored especially for Kenyan investors seeking financial freedom through the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Wambu emphasizes the importance of understanding your investment style—whether you are a long-term investor focused on steady gains or a short-term trader looking to profit from market fluctuations.

Key strategies from Wambu's approach include:

Knowing the right stock to buy, the right price to pay, and the best time to make your move.

Using both fundamental analysis (examining company financials, management, and market position) and technical analysis (studying stock charts, moving averages, and market indices) to inform decisions.

Managing emotions to avoid typical pitfalls like buying high and selling low.

Learning from experienced institutional investors ("big boys") such as pension funds, investment banks, and SACCOs by mirroring their buying and selling behaviors.

Practicing strict money management, such as cutting losses quickly—selling a stock if it drops 10% to protect your capital.

Considering safer options like government bonds for those risk-averse investors.