Ken Fisher

About the author

Kenneth Lawrence Fisher is an American investment analyst, author, and founder of Fisher Investments, established in 1979. Born in 1950, Fisher earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Humboldt State University in 1972. Son of renowned investor Philip A.

Fisher, author of "Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits," Ken Fisher developed his expertise through practical market experience rather than traditional academic credentials. Before "100 Minds That Made the Market" (1993), Fisher authored "Super Stocks" (1984) and established himself as a prominent financial columnist for Forbes magazine. His work combines historical market analysis with behavioral finance insights, positioning him as both a practitioner and chronicler of financial markets evolution.