Investing to become financially independent
Investing to become financially independent
The slogan Arbeit macht frei (work makes you free) hides a very different reality in our modern consumer society. Between credit, workload and compulsory expenses, we are rather in a cycle of enslavement where only bosses and senior civil servants truly benefit from our work.
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On the path to financial independence, discover how to break the chains of rampant consumption and the Rat Race with growing dividends. Inspired by Plato's Myth of the Cave and the book Your Money or Your Life, this article explores an investment strategy based on companies that distribute regular dividends to achieve financial freedom.
Abbott Laboratories, an American pharmaceutical company founded in Chicago, split in 2013 into two separate entities: Abbott (ABT) specializing in nutrition and medical devices, and AbbVie (ABBV) focused on drugs. This historic company, characterized by its stability and regular dividend growth, continues to demonstrate its strength in the market with controlled volatility and an effective concentration strategy.
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The Dow Jones is flirting with its historic highs of 2007 at 14,009 points, after having more than doubled since 2009. Despite a moderately overvalued market and expected profitability limited to 3.4%, optimism remains in place in the long term, although a correction seems necessary in the short term.
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As winter fades into late January, so too does the promise of new beginnings. With career opportunities on the horizon and incomes on the rise, this period heralds a transition to better times, where the hope for positive change takes on greater meaning.
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Minneapolis-based Target Corporation is the fifth-largest U.S. retailer that is planning a major expansion into Canada with the acquisition of Zellers. The company, which stands out for its consistent dividend growth and excellent risk-return ratio, offers an attractive investment opportunity despite slightly higher-than-average market volatility.
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I always calculate the risk-reward ratio in my decisions, especially when it comes to investing and financial independence. While the only risk of early retirement is having to go back to work, the benefits are endless: more time for your passions, your family, and to enjoy life to the fullest.
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High car costs can seriously impact your finances and delay your financial independence. Discover concrete strategies to optimize your car expenses, from insurance to vehicle selection, while maintaining the convenience of personal transportation.
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