This book has become a reference guide for many traders. The secret of its popularity is simple: everything you need for successful trading in financial markets is collected here. In the updated edition of the book, the author not only gives recommendations on the use of financial instruments, but also analyzes the current state of the capital market. With the help of this book, the reader will be able to understand why currency quotes and stock prices change and what is needed for successful investing, what is the role of fundamental analysis and why technical analysis is needed. The author talks about the psychology of market participants, trading and risk management, as well as the advantages this knowledge provides in real trading. The encyclopedia is intended for private investors and specialists working in financial markets, employees of investment companies and banks, as well as for those who seek to find ways to increase their funds. The book can be used as a textbook for students of economic specialties.