The 12 Best Investing Books of 2021

Just over half of Americans own stock, a 2020 Gallup poll found1, and whether someone owned stock was closely related to household income and education level, among other factors. In fact, 85% of those with post-graduate education and 84% of households that earned $100,000-plus were among the group that owned stock, while only 22% of households earning less than $40,000 were invested in the stock market.

If you’re one of the 45% of Americans who aren’t invested in the market, or already have an investment portfolio and simply want to see it grow, then read on for our picks of the best investing books.