Diary of a Hedgehog Biggs' Final Words on the Markets [Hardcover]

Barton Biggs was a Wall Street legend, trusted by investors around the globe. Now, in his last book, Biggs offers savvy insights into the innermost workings of the markets—today and for the years to come. Packed with keen insights, global experiences, and opinionated stances on investing, Diary of a Hedgehog: Biggs’ Final Words on the Markets explores the ongoing downward economic spiral and where it's headed, to help readers keep their money safe and secure.

Offering a unique look at the current state of the markets, why they continue to be depressed, and where we can go from here, Diary of a Hedgehog: Biggs’ Final Words on the Markets is the ultimate guide to how investors—and the general public—should be handling their finances.

• The last book from investment legend Barton Biggs
• Offers investors and business readers of all levels of experience new insights into the current economic crisis
• Presents news ideas for readers looking to make the most of their money in the face of ongoing market turbulence

Insightful and creative, Diary of a Hedgehog: Biggs’ Final Words on the Markets is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants to understand what's up with the market, where it's headed, and how to respond.

Acknowledgments xv

Introduction xvii

Mid-2010

FDR’s Fiscal Policy Redux 3

Staying Close to the Shore 11

Stay Long but Watch the Ticks 15

This Is No Time to Get Wobbly, George! 18

Make No Mistake: More QE Is Big Stuff 21

The Best and the Brightest Are Still Licking Their lS]