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Which of the following statements best describes the primary difference between saving and investing?
Which of the following statements best describes the primary difference between saving and investing?
- Saving is primarily for short-term goals with readily available funds, while investing is for long-term financial growth. (correct)
- Investing involves depositing money into easily accessible accounts, while saving requires locking funds for extended periods.
- Saving guarantees higher returns than investing due to its lower risk profile.
- Saving focuses on high-risk, high-return assets, while investing prioritizes safety and liquidity.
According to the content, what is the relationship between risk and return in the investment world?
According to the content, what is the relationship between risk and return in the investment world?
- Higher expected returns typically involve a higher level of risk. (correct)
- Lower risk investments generally offer higher returns due to their stability.
- Higher returns always come with lower risk, making them the ideal investment choice.
- There is no correlation between risk and return; they are independent factors.
Why is diversification considered an important strategy when building an investment portfolio?
Why is diversification considered an important strategy when building an investment portfolio?
- Diversification minimizes risk by spreading investments across various asset classes. (correct)
- Diversification guarantees high returns regardless of market conditions.
- Diversification ensures that all investments perform equally well at all times.
- Diversification simplifies investment management, requiring less monitoring.
Which asset class from the content typically carries the highest associated risk?
Which asset class from the content typically carries the highest associated risk?
What role does 'patience' play in successful investing, according to the tips provided?
What role does 'patience' play in successful investing, according to the tips provided?
What is the primary purpose of an index fund?
What is the primary purpose of an index fund?
Why does the content suggest starting investing early in life?
Why does the content suggest starting investing early in life?
Consider a scenario where an investor wants a 'medium' risk investment. Based on the provided information, which asset allocation would be most suitable?
Consider a scenario where an investor wants a 'medium' risk investment. Based on the provided information, which asset allocation would be most suitable?
According to the information, what is a bond?
According to the information, what is a bond?
Which of the following best summarizes the 'uncertainty' tip for new investors?
Which of the following best summarizes the 'uncertainty' tip for new investors?
Flashcards
Compound Interest
Compound Interest
Interest calculated on the initial principal and also on the accumulated interest from previous periods.
Saving
Saving
The process of putting cash aside, ideally ensuring safety and availability.
Investing
Investing
The practice of buying and holding assets that likely grow over time to increase income.
Average Annual Return - Saving
Average Annual Return - Saving
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Average Annual Return - Investing
Average Annual Return - Investing
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Risk in Investing
Risk in Investing
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Balanced Investment Portfolio
Balanced Investment Portfolio
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Bonds
Bonds
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Mutual Funds
Mutual Funds
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Invest Early
Invest Early
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Study Notes
Introduction to Investing
- Investing is laying out money now to receive more in the future, unlike saving which is putting money aside for immediate needs.
- Compound interest makes building wealth/retirement savings much easier over time.
- Saving is useful for immediate needs and safety, while investing is for long-term financial goals.
Saving vs. Investing
- Saving: Focuses on safety and liquidity (easily accessible money). Assets include cash, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit (CDs).
- Investing: Focuses on long-term growth and potentially higher returns. Assets include stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and real estate.
- The average annual return for savings is much lower than for investments.
A Slight Catch
- Risk is involved in investing. The expected return tends to correspond with the level of risk.
- Asset classes with higher risk (e.g., stocks) generally have higher potential returns in the long run, but may be more volatile in the short run.
What is Risk?
- Investments vary in their volatility.
- Volatility – The degree to which returns can vary from year-to-year.
- While short-term, investments can fluctuate, long-term returns can be notably high.
What to Invest In?
- Bonds: Issued by governments or corporations, often used for fixed-income, and lower risk.
- Stocks: Represent ownership in a company, which offer potentially higher returns but can be more volatile.
- Mutual Funds: Managed portfolios of various assets (stocks, bonds, etc.).
- Index Funds: Mirror a specific market index, like the S&P 500, often considered a low-cost way to diversify.
- Real Estate: Investment in property can offer stable returns, but involves significant upfront costs and complexities.
- Commodities: Raw materials or agricultural products (e.g., gold, oil), which may be an option for diversifying a portfolio.
- Other assets: Cash, and others as needed to diversify a portfolio.
Tips Before Getting Started
- Patience: Investments may take time to show returns.
- Diversity: Diversifying investments across various asset types can help reduce risk.
- Good Investing is ongoing: Always evaluate your investments and adapt to suit your financial situation.
- Uncertainty is always a factor: Understand that there will be fluctuations in performance.
Do It Early
- Early investment allows time for the power of compound interest to increase your investment value.
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