10 Highly Recommended Books from Zerodha’s Nikhil Kamath

Krishnamurti challenges readers to free their minds from societal conditioning, echoing the mindset required to break free from convention and create something truly transformative.

Money isn’t just numbers—it’s behaviour. Housel explores how emotion, ego, and personal history influence financial decisions more than spreadsheets ever could. A must-read for anyone aiming to build lasting wealth.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, this existential classic tackles humanity’s deepest fear—death—and how it shapes our lives, choices, and cultures. A heavy, introspective read for those who want to understand what truly drives us.

A real-world cautionary tale about the collapse of Long-Term Capital Management, this book is a gripping account of risk, arrogance, and the dark side of financial genius. Kamath’s pick reflects a deep interest in learning from failure.

Success, Hardy argues, comes not from big moves but from small, smart choices made consistently over time. Think of it as a manual for building momentum—a fitting read for a long-term thinker like Kamath.

Dense but rewarding, this book traces the evolution of thought from the pre-Socratics to the 20th century. It’s a masterclass in critical thinking and perspective—traits vital for leadership in complex times.

Clear’s mega-bestseller teaches how to build good habits, break bad ones, and master the art of continuous improvement. Kamath’s inclusion of this book highlights the value of systems over goals in achieving success.

Stoic philosophy straight from a Roman emperor. Meditations is a timeless guide to resilience, discipline, and staying grounded amid chaos—skills that billionaires arguably need the most.

A powerful exploration of systemic inequality, Wilkerson’s book goes beyond race and dives into the deep-rooted hierarchies that govern society. It shows Kamath’s inclination toward social introspection and a broader worldview.

A sweeping narrative of how humans came to dominate the planet, Sapiens blends anthropology, history, and philosophy. It’s perfect for curious minds trying to connect the dots across time and thought.