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In a word, yes! However, achieving this simplicity requires several basic strategies and patience. If you're looking to get rich quickly, this article is not for you.
We all know the adage: "Buy low, sell high." However, an equally important but less known phrase is "time in the market, not timing the market."
The Pitfalls of Perfect Timing
Attempting to time the market's bottom for the perfect entry point is a strategy fraught with difficulty ...
We all know the adage: "Buy low, sell high." However, an equally important but less known phrase is "time in the market, not timing the market."
The Pitfalls of Perfect Timing
Attempting to time the market's bottom for the perfect entry point is a strategy fraught with difficulty ...
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Greetings, mooers!
Can you believe it's already mid-December? As 2024 comes to a close, we're overwhelmed with gratitude for a year filled with joy and delightful surprises.
At Futu Family, we take great joy in welcoming new members to our moo-velous family. We love every part of the journey, from the first sketches to the final figurines. It's been fantastic to watch them find their way to you.
🤗 Let's look back at our new friends.
🧡 New chara...
Can you believe it's already mid-December? As 2024 comes to a close, we're overwhelmed with gratitude for a year filled with joy and delightful surprises.
At Futu Family, we take great joy in welcoming new members to our moo-velous family. We love every part of the journey, from the first sketches to the final figurines. It's been fantastic to watch them find their way to you.
🤗 Let's look back at our new friends.
🧡 New chara...
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$Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ 🚀Me waking up, seeing Bitcoin hitting +$100K after Paul Atkins' SEC chair nomination!
The markets anticipated Gensler's departure and a less aggressive crypto regulator. If BTC continues to climb, I think other crypto majors like $Ethereum (ETH.CC)$ need to catch up first. 🌊 Ethereum looks like a steal compared to Bitcoin right now! $XRP (XRP.CC)$ spiked, but profit-taking hit hard at $2.80. $Altos are all over the place....
The markets anticipated Gensler's departure and a less aggressive crypto regulator. If BTC continues to climb, I think other crypto majors like $Ethereum (ETH.CC)$ need to catch up first. 🌊 Ethereum looks like a steal compared to Bitcoin right now! $XRP (XRP.CC)$ spiked, but profit-taking hit hard at $2.80. $Altos are all over the place....
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$Destiny Tech100 (DXYZ.US)$ $Tesla (TSLA.US)$ They all bind to a same leadership which is Elon Musk. He has Adventurous spirit & Fearless to the Old capitalists.
Regardless of whether the projects he runs make our environment more environmentally friendly ☘️☘️☘️
Put the money on his bag is better putting on the others. Especially those who support Left Minded, with extremely DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) causing us no longer straight forward black & white m...
Regardless of whether the projects he runs make our environment more environmentally friendly ☘️☘️☘️
Put the money on his bag is better putting on the others. Especially those who support Left Minded, with extremely DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) causing us no longer straight forward black & white m...
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When the market gets crazy, there are actually plenty of trading opportunities, but whether to take that risk is up to you to decide. There's a strategy called Scalpin that sounds like it can make you big money easily, but those kinds of deals don't come every day!
Why use this strategy?
(1) You think the market's gonna make a big move, so you want to use a low-cost (or even profitable) way to wait for that big move a...
Why use this strategy?
(1) You think the market's gonna make a big move, so you want to use a low-cost (or even profitable) way to wait for that big move a...
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📃 Key Takeaways
◻️ Q3 Earnings: Tesla's Q3 earnings showed a positive EPS and a profit margin increased to 19.8%. The automotive gross margin rose to 17.1%, excluding carbon credits. Check out Tesla's Earnings Hub>>
◻️ Stock Price: Tesla stock soared 22% on Thursday, after the earnings were released. On Friday, Tesla stock added 3.3%, ending the day at $269.19.
Tesla stock pri...
◻️ Q3 Earnings: Tesla's Q3 earnings showed a positive EPS and a profit margin increased to 19.8%. The automotive gross margin rose to 17.1%, excluding carbon credits. Check out Tesla's Earnings Hub>>
◻️ Stock Price: Tesla stock soared 22% on Thursday, after the earnings were released. On Friday, Tesla stock added 3.3%, ending the day at $269.19.
Tesla stock pri...
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Hey Mooers!
It's that time again in Earning week for MAG 5 out of the MAG 7 $Alphabet-C (GOOG.US)$, $Alphabet-A (GOOGL.US)$, $Microsoft (MSFT.US)$, $Meta Platforms (META.US)$, $Apple (AAPL.US)$, $Amazon (AMZN.US)$
Not only I would be looking on to the MAG 5, I am also going to dive into $Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ influence with $Coinbase (COIN.US)$ the miner and $MicroStrategy (MSTR.US)$ holder as part of my highlight what would happen to them as well! Will be looking and...
It's that time again in Earning week for MAG 5 out of the MAG 7 $Alphabet-C (GOOG.US)$, $Alphabet-A (GOOGL.US)$, $Microsoft (MSFT.US)$, $Meta Platforms (META.US)$, $Apple (AAPL.US)$, $Amazon (AMZN.US)$
Not only I would be looking on to the MAG 5, I am also going to dive into $Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ influence with $Coinbase (COIN.US)$ the miner and $MicroStrategy (MSTR.US)$ holder as part of my highlight what would happen to them as well! Will be looking and...
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In the world of investment, capital gains and dividend income are often seen as two main investment strategies. Each has its own merits, with capital gains focusing on long-term returns through asset appreciation, while dividend income focuses on stable cash flow through dividends. For me, I tend to prefer investing in stable blue chip stocks with high dividends.
One of the main reasons for choosing blue chip stocks is that they usually represent leading companies in the industry, which often have solid financial foundations, mature business models, and stable cash flow. These companies not only tend to withstand market fluctuations relatively well but also continue to pay dividends during economic downturns, providing investors with a certain level of income security. For me, stable dividend income is a reassuring safeguard, especially in uncertain market conditions, as this stable cash flow can help me better manage financial needs.
Unlike investors pursuing capital gains, I prioritize long-term financial security and sustainable returns. Although market volatility cannot be predicted, blue chip stocks typically offer relatively stable returns, relieving me from constant monitoring of market fluctuations. This allows me to deal more calmly with other responsibilities in life, such as family financial needs and personal financial planning.
In addition, high-dividend blue chip stocks also align with my pursuit of long-term stable investment goals. Although the stock price growth of these companies may be slow, I can gradually accumulate wealth through regular dividend reinvestment, thus gaining the benefits of compounding in the future. This strategy can provide immediate cash flow support and achieve long-term wealth growth, meeting my balanced requirements for risk and return.
One of the main reasons for choosing blue chip stocks is that they usually represent leading companies in the industry, which often have solid financial foundations, mature business models, and stable cash flow. These companies not only tend to withstand market fluctuations relatively well but also continue to pay dividends during economic downturns, providing investors with a certain level of income security. For me, stable dividend income is a reassuring safeguard, especially in uncertain market conditions, as this stable cash flow can help me better manage financial needs.
Unlike investors pursuing capital gains, I prioritize long-term financial security and sustainable returns. Although market volatility cannot be predicted, blue chip stocks typically offer relatively stable returns, relieving me from constant monitoring of market fluctuations. This allows me to deal more calmly with other responsibilities in life, such as family financial needs and personal financial planning.
In addition, high-dividend blue chip stocks also align with my pursuit of long-term stable investment goals. Although the stock price growth of these companies may be slow, I can gradually accumulate wealth through regular dividend reinvestment, thus gaining the benefits of compounding in the future. This strategy can provide immediate cash flow support and achieve long-term wealth growth, meeting my balanced requirements for risk and return.
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Golden takeaway: first task for investor is to protect their assets!
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Indep-guy : How long have you been trading in the market? I'm just curious about your journey.