Those of you who are ready for winter to be over are likely thrilled that we are so close to spring. However, like the market, the new season still has its fluctuations. As always, we recommend you stay the course. Enjoy the warmer temps and sunshine when you can and remember those cold, rainy days don’t last forever.
Investor and financial writer Benjamin Graham coined the term “value investing” and famously stated, “In the short run, the market is a voting machine, but in the long run, it is a weighing machine.”
Today’s market moves at lightning speed, with information instantly available and aggressive tech-driven competition. Individual investors trying to pick stocks face tough competition.
Correctly predicting events like quarterly earnings or Fed rate decisions doesn’t guarantee success, as algorithmic traders may have already taken advantage of the opportunity, canceling out potential returns before individual investors can react.
Many investors lose; however, those leveraging Graham’s long-term strategy win with “time arbitrage.” Time is the key differentiator—keep it on your side.
Articles of Interest
Bulls, Bears, and Long-Term Benefits of Stock Investing
Stock returns are volatile, but nearly a century of bull and bear markets shows that the good times have outshined the bad times.
This Simple Calculation Will Show if You’re Withholding Enough Taxes From Your Paycheck
Whether you’re working on 2023 taxes—or planning for next year, if your tax refund or bill is bigger than expected, you may want to adjust your paycheck withholding.
Financial Planning: The Best Defense Against Financial Fear
Find out why open and honest communication with your Financial Advisor is crucial.
The History of St. Patrick’s Day
The Irish have celebrated March 17 as a religious holiday for more than 1,000 years. Find out who St. Patrick was and why he’s still celebrated—and what leprechauns have to do with St. Paddy’s Day.
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