This year has been an exciting time for the stock market. Despite some short-term downturns related to the Iran conflict and ongoing uncertainty about inflation and rising interest rates, investors seem bullish on stocks. The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) recently reached all-time highs and is up about 13% year to date.
But how should you invest for the future? Is buying the S&P 500 index a good bet for the long term?
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Here's what every investor should keep in mind: In the past 98 years, since 1928, the S&P 500 has delivered average annual returns of about 10%. That average return includes many booms, busts, and economic crises along the way.
But if you're a long-term investor, buying the S&P 500 tends to be a smart choice because it lets you own the 500 largest publicly traded companies in America. Those companies tend to be good at making money and delivering returns to shareholders.
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But how should you invest for the future? Is buying the S&P 500 index a good bet for the long term?
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Here's what every investor should keep in mind: In the past 98 years, since 1928, the S&P 500 has delivered average annual returns of about 10%. That average return includes many booms, busts, and economic crises along the way.
But if you're a long-term investor, buying the S&P 500 tends to be a smart choice because it lets you own the 500 largest publicly traded companies in America. Those companies tend to be good at making money and delivering returns to shareholders.
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