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Are Stocks Better Than Bonds? Why Peter Lynch Says “Yes”

Are stocks better than bonds? Which investment carries a greater risk? Despite their reputation as a riskier and more volatile investment, stocks have significantly outperformed bonds over the long term. Peter Lynch explains how bonds work and details some of the main risks that come from investing in them. Then he outlines why he promotes stocks as a superior investment. Keep reading to understand Lynch’s argument and to get a different perspective from Vanguard founder John Bogle.

3 Types of Index Funds: Where Do You Want to Put Your Money?

Do you prefer to own stocks in particular industries? Are you interested in funds that trade only in North American stocks? Peter Lynch advises that there are many different types of index funds that track different segments of the financial market, depending on where an investor wants to put their money. He explains market cap funds, sector-based funds, and regional funds. Keep reading to learn about these three types of index funds and see what might work best in your portfolio.

Can the Affordable Housing Crisis Be Solved With Rent Control?

Would rent control protocols help solve the affordable housing crisis? What is rent control and why is it so controversial? Years of soaring rents have led some Democrats to call on the White House to implement national rent control regulations. Supporters argue that national rent control is urgently needed. Critics contend that federal rent control rules would harm renters, landlords, and communities Keep reading to learn more about national rent control.

The Benefits of Index Funds: Peter Lynch on Passive Investing

What’s “passive investing”? Do you want to make money in the stock market without managing a portfolio or paying someone else to do it? In Beating the Street, famed mutual fund manager Peter Lynch says anyone can succeed in the stock market if they make the right choices and put in the hard work. But, he also offers an option for people who’d rather stay away from active portfolio management. Continue reading to learn about the benefits of index funds.

Biden’s Executive Order 14036 Targets Monopolies

What is Executive Order 14036? What are supporters and critics saying about the plan? What’s the likelihood that it will succeed? President Biden is challenging huge corporations’ control over markets with new directives to increase competition and oversight. The success of Biden’s plan may hinge on modernizing outdated antitrust laws through bipartisan legislation. But lack of cooperation between parties poses a challenge. Here’s an overview of the plan’s goals and what it would entail.

Examining Peter Lynch’s Investment Strategies & Principles

What are Peter Lynch’s investment strategies? Are they sound and effective? What are some alternative approaches to investing? In Beating the Street, famed mutual fund manager Peter Lynch presents principles and strategies by which non-professional, individual investors can beat the pros. We examine several of his recommendations and see how they stand the test of time. We also compare them with the advice of other investment gurus. Read more for an analytic look at Peter Lynch’s investment approach.

The Most Important Thing by Howard Marks: Book Overview

What’s the cornerstone of successful investing? How can you exploit market cycles for your own gain? Is there a way to mitigate investment risks? To the outsider, the world of investing can seem daunting to enter. But in The Most Important Thing, Howard Marks proclaims that anyone can learn the basics needed to invest successfully, as long as they implement the lessons he’s learned from a lifetime of investing. Read below for an overview of the book The Most Important Thing.

What Is a Value Investing Strategy? Learn the Basics

What’s a value investing strategy? How do you find underpriced securities? According to The Most Important Thing by Howard Marks, value investing is the cornerstone of successful investing. This involves the practice of purchasing securities below their intrinsic value. Here’s why you should choose value investing over growth investing, and how to look for underpriced securities.

China Faces Deflation—Can It Weather the Storm?

What’s behind China’s growing economic woes? What impacts will China’s deflation have on other nations? What’s the outlook for China’s economy? China’s economy, once a global growth powerhouse, now faces significant challenges. Globally, China’s economic troubles could disrupt trade, influence commodity prices, and have ripple effects on the international financial system, presenting both challenges and opportunities for other nations. Keep reading for the two different views on China’s economic situation.

Value Investing vs. Growth Investing: Which Is Superior?

What’s the difference between value investing and growth investing? Which one’s the better investment strategy? In his book The Most Important Thing, Howard Marks claims that growth investing doesn’t provide the same benefits as value investing. This is because value investing yields superior returns, whereas growth investing doesn’t get the same result as often. Continue reading for a deep dive into value investing vs. growth investing.