Conclusion

The purpose of the book is dual:

1. Make the reader understand the concepts of investing in the financial markets. Some of the major concepts discussed were

• How to hedge risk
• Building a diversified portfolio
• Trading
• Investing for long term

2. The second part discusses the life and work principles

• Life principles are dedicated to employees who are in the early stage of their careers. Having well defined principles will help them stay on the right path and succeed.
• Work principles are for the managerial level. These help them build, maintain and improve the organization.

Going through Ray Dalio’s book, Principles, gives readers a comprehensive checklist that can help them in each and every stage of their life.