The most rewarding moment of my investment journey in 2024 came when I saw the fruits of my long-term strategy paying off. After months of researching and carefully selecting stocks, I witnessed a significant surge in the value of my portfolio. This moment not only validated my decision to stay disciplined despite market fluctuations but also reinforced the importance of patience in investing. The feeling of accomplishment was further heightened by the financial freedom it pr...

Caution kicks in ahead of the Fed’s rate decision on Thursday morning (Sydney time) causing US stocks to come under pressure. The Dow Jones fell for the 9th day, its longest since 1978. And the Nasdaq fell slightly from its new record all time high. So what’s going on? Stocks are still bullish over the long-ter, on track for their best gains si...