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Positive Sum
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Positive Sum

by Roy Swan
July 2026
Intermediate
288 pages
6h 31m
English
Wiley
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Positive Sum is an incisive work that challenges prevailing notions about capitalism by advocating for inclusivity and employee ownership. Roy's bold vision urges readers to transcend political divides and commit to building sustainable wealth for future generations. This exploration redefines patriotism and teaches powerful lessons through transformative insights. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking smarter, more equitable solutions for modern economic challenges”.

Thomas Nides, Former COO, Morgan Stanley; Former US Ambassador to Israel

“Roy Swan has long argued that the way we measure value in finance is broken—and in Positive Sum he finally makes the definitive case. Drawing on economic history, behavioral science, and hard data, he shows that zero‐sum thinking is costing us trillions. A rare book that speaks with equal force to investors, policymakers, and anyone who cares about where capitalism goes next.”

Claudia Zeisberger, Professor of Private Equity at INSEAD, Author, Mastering Private Equity Founder, Global Private Equity Initiative

“Part scripture, part investing advice, and part how‐to guide, this thoroughly compelling book sheds new light on the past and future of America. Swan shares the virtually unknown origin of what became a highly coordinated movement to entrench corporate power in America. He then presents a compelling path to restore a capitalism that supports the prosperity of all Americans, by adopting a framework of ‘positive‐sum’ thinking, ...

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