Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market: Why Long-Term Investing Pays Off Despite Downturns
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History shows that over the long run, the stock market tends to go up even when prices are at a peak. Time in the market beats timing the market.
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If you had invested in 2011 after prices rebounded significantly, you'd still have earned great returns of over 300% by now. Waiting longer reduces returns.
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No one can predict exactly when bear and bull markets start and end. Maintaining a long-term outlook is key rather than trying to buy at the perfect moment.
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Choosing stocks with strong underlying business fundamentals can help them better withstand inevitable downturns and volatility.
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Investing early and sticking to quality stocks gives your money the best chance to grow over decades despite stock market ups and downs.