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Where to Invest: Stocks, Bonds, Gold, or Real Estate? 30-Years of Data
My research shows real 30-year investment returns. The Nasdaq 100 leads with a 13.10% return, followed by the S&P 500 at 8.20%, while corporate bonds (7.20%), gold (6.80%), US Treasury bonds (4.90%), and real estate (4.80%) offer progressively lower returns.
5 Timeless Investment Strategies To Make Money in Stocks
I've found that successful stock investing typically follows one of five proven strategies: long-term ETF investing, value stock selection, growth stock portfolios, dividend investing, or active trading.
Top US Defensive Stocks & ETFs to Shield Your Portfolio Now
Defensive stocks are a smart choice if you're worried about your money during tough economic times. They might not outperform the market during boom times, but they can help keep your savings steady when other stocks are falling.
CAN SLIM Strategy Falls Short: Here’s Better Alternatives
Three academic studies suggest that the CAN SLIM strategy can be profitable and outperform the market. However, my real-world research shows that all CANSLIM or IBD-based mutual funds have failed or underperformed versus the market.
The Truth About Sector Rotation for Individual Investors
I have analyzed multiple sector rotation ETFs, and they indicate that the strategy underperformed the S&P 500. For example, the SPDR SSGA U.S. Sector Rotation ETF has gained only 54% over the last 5 years compared to the S&P 500's 79%.