Introduction. Introduction to markets and portfolios
What is an 'edge' over the markets, and do you have it?
What are the key components of the rational portfolio?
The rational portfolio. The minimal risk asset : safe, low-risk returns
World equities : increased risk and return
The risk of equity markets
Adding other government and corporate bonds
Thinking about non-portfolio assets
What is omitted from your rational portfolio and why
Tailoring and implementing the rational portfolio. Financial plans and the risks we take
Expenses
Products and implementation
Other things to think about. Pension and insurance
Apocalypse investing
A wish list aimed at the financial sector
Conclusion.