Security Analysis
, subject: Foundational value-investing text that Cundill studied and repeatedly annotated across all six editions.
A work David calls Benjamin Graham’s “magnum opus,” highlighting its story and influence, and one he notes has come up repeatedly across other Founders episodes.
About the book
First published after the 1929 crash, Graham and Dodd's reference work develops a value-oriented method for examining businesses and securities through disciplined analysis rather than market sentiment.
Why read it
Best if you want to follow a book that repeatedly surfaces in Founders conversations and that David identifies as Benjamin Graham’s defining work.
Key themes
- A recurring point of reference
- Graham’s defining work
Evidence and original sources
This record is supported by 2 public evidence rows linked to original Founders episodes.
- Peter Cundill — David notes this book has come up repeatedly across other Founders episodes.
- Warren Buffett (The Making of an American Capitalist) — David calls Security Analysis Graham's magnum opus and highlights its story and influence.
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