Girls That Invest
10 Investment Truths I Wish I Knew at 20 That I Know Now
Jul 8, 2024
Exploring investment truths for a successful journey, debunking high risk equals high reward myth. Importance of understanding investments, navigating market confusion, and balancing news consumption. Emphasizing luck over skill, celebrating wins while handling losses, and advocating for simplicity in investing.
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Quick takeaways
- Investing in low volatility shares can outperform high-risk assets, reevaluating risk assessment is crucial.
- Avoid investments that are not understood, focus on comprehension over complexity for informed decisions.
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Risk vs. Reward in Investing
Investing in high-risk assets does not guarantee higher returns. Contrary to common belief, a study highlighted that low volatility shares have historically outperformed riskier counterparts in varied markets. The Capital Asset Pricing Model also emphasizes that higher volatility may bring higher expected returns, but this does not always translate into significant profits. This underlines the importance of reevaluating risk assessment and investing strategies for better financial outcomes.
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