Provides a broad overview of the mechanics and transactions of the stock market, covering every aspect -- from its history to its products. Describes how to buy stocks, how the order is transacted, odd-lots, arbitrage, pyramiding, options, futures, and more. This edition features approximately 40 percent new material and has been updated to include information on new communications in both listed and over-the-counter markets. Coverage of options and index trading has been increased extensively, and chapters on technical and fundamental analyses have been revised to incorporate newer methods and new material on indexes and compliances.