Jack Kahn talks about producing the latest version of How Wall Street Works -- one of NBR's most popular specials.

A Lot Has Changed Since 1990

On Labor Day, NBR viewers will see the latest incarnation of "How Wall Street Works." This program -- a primer on the basics of securities and investing -- was first broadcast on Thanksgiving Day of 1990. It has since become NBR's best-selling home video. To make sure the information remains timely and accurate, we update the program every few years.

So last month, I flew up to New York with Paul Kangas and Director Kevin Dooley to meet anchor Susie Gharib and videotape the latest edition of "How Wall Street Works." Rather than settle for ... + More

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Dow History

Are you a novice investor confused about the financial markets? Or, a more experienced investor who needs a refresher? Then this crash course in investing is for you. The NBR team, led by Anchors Paul Kangas and Susie Gharib, explains everything from how a stock is traded to how you know when it is time to sell.

Why Companies Issue Securities

NBR's Jeff Yastine uses Carnival Cruise Lines to illustrate how companies in need of capital turn to stocks.
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How a Stock is Traded

NBR's Scott Gurvey explains market orders, limits, and how the major exchanges work in this electronic world.
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Earnings & Stock Prices

NBR's Suzanne Pratt reports on the role earnings play in determining the value of a company's stock.
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How News Affects the Markets

NBR's Erika Miller explains how the markets react to news...and even rumors.

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The Dow and Other Indices

Paul Kangas and David Leonhardt of The New York Times discuss the innerworkings of the major U.S. stock indices.
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When is it Time to Sell?

Insight on selling stocks from Karen Blumenthal, author of Grande Expectations: A Year in the Life of Starbucks' Stock.
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Securities Regulation

NBR's Stephanie Dhue details the measures in place to protect investors from insider trading and fraud.
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* All of "How Wall Street Works" is available for purchase as a VHS, DVD, or Online Stream. Click for more info: Video Offer