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The article reflects on the importance of free enterprise and the individual initiative of the management and employees in the U.S. in light of the World War II. According to the author, the refusal of German chancellor Adolf Hitler to allow private initiative and responsibility is his greatest weakness. The nation faces the challenge of mobilizing individual responsibility, enterprise and initiative for the war effort. The invested-capital basis of computing returns would discriminate against small business.

The article presents some tips for investing in capital market. It says that stocks and bonds are basic tools of investing. However, before investing one must determine their tools to accomplish, risk taking abilities and which tool to use to reach one's goals. Moreover, whether one buys bonds or stocks, one should not get too caught up in the race for quick profits. Most investors do best by picking several stocks as a way of cushioning the loss of one flier that takes a dive. One should follow to live with the rule of five. It says that out of every five stocks you own, one will probably be a loser, three will do nicely and one will do much better than expected.

The article discusses signs of potential investment fraud. Signs discussed include investments that guarantee high returns, a lack of credentials presented by an alleged investment professional, and pressure to make immediate investment decisions. Suggestions are made for victims of fraud, including guidance from the nonprofit Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

The article presents an opinion on recommendations from financial experts on coping with inflation. One can hedge against inflation by borrowing money to assume the debtor position. An expert advised to buy goods or securities which will rise in price or value and dispose them near the peak of inflation at prices which will return more money. Another encouraged house buyers to pay off their mortgage as quickly as possible.

Comments on the issues concerning the railroads in the U.S. Significance of the formation of the Interstate Commerce Commission; Rate of return from railroad investment; Net income of the railroad industry in 1962.