Peter Lynch Born: January 19, 1944 * Profession: American investor, mutual fund manager, and author * Famous For: Managing the Fidelity Magellan Fund (1977–1990) * Performance: Achieved an annualized return of 29.2%, making it one of the best-performing mutual funds * Investment Style: Growth at a Reasonable Price (GARP), focusing on undervalued stocks with strong growth potential Key Strategy: "Invest in what you know" – Encourages retail investors to invest in companies they understand Categorized stocks into six types: Slow growers, stalwarts, fast growers, cyclicals, turnarounds, and asset plays Focused on fundamental analysis and long-term investment Books: One Up on Wall Street (1989) – Guide for individual investors Beating the Street (1993) – Insights on stock-picking strategies Learn to Earn (1995) – Basics of investing for beginners Legacy: One of the greatest investors of all time, inspiring many with his simple yet effective investment philosophy.