Investing and the role of liquidity, risk and return

Should we invest now? Or should we wait for the market correction? Can we make target returns in such a high market? Should we buy more to lower the average price? Can we invest in such a volatile market and earn reasonable returns? These, and other related questions, often delay the investment decisions of people. …

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Risk of dementia nearly three times higher one year after stroke: study

The risk of developing dementia is significantly higher within a year of surviving a stroke, a new study using data from Ontario suggests. In the Hospital Sick Male Patient Sleeps on the Bed. Heart Rate Monitor Equipment is on His Finger.(Getty Images/iStockphoto/gorodenkoff) In the Hospital Sick Male Patient Sleeps on the Bed. Heart Rate Monitor Equipment is …

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SoCal braces for powerful Santa Ana winds Friday amid increased wildfire risk

City News Service Friday, December 8, 2023 5:09PM LOS ANGELES (CNS) — Another round of Santa Ana winds will descend on the Southland this weekend, combining with reduced humidity levels to create conditions susceptible to wildfires. A fire weather watch will be in effect from Saturday morning through Sunday morning in the Santa Clarita Valley, …

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Small-Caps: just volatile, or are they also risky?

Indian markets have had a fantastic run during the last quarter, particularly due to a spectacular performance from the Small Cap Index that delivered around 20% returns. It is interesting that 46% of stocks have run up more than 20% during the last quarter—underlining the broad-based euphoria. With this kind of performance, it’s natural to …

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Risk of using 4% rule for your FIRE journey

When it comes to saving for retirement, you face several risks—market fluctuations, rising living costs, risk of outliving your savings, etc. However, most investors often overlook sequence risk. It refers to the potential danger of experiencing negative investment returns early in retirement. Such negative returns, combined with periodic withdrawals, lowers the amount of capital available …

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