Investing to become financially independent
Investing to become financially independent
Discover an in-depth analysis of growing dividend-paying stocks and their essential characteristics for income and value-oriented investors. This article, the first of a three-part series, explores market psychology and the importance of dividends in a long-term investment strategy.
For investors looking for steady, immediate income, there are quality stocks that pay attractive dividends. Check out three solid U.S. stocks—Kimberly-Clark, Chevron, and Consolidated Edison—that offer attractive yields and an alternative to low-yielding bonds.
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Discover five industrial giants that have managed to increase their dividends for decades in a row, demonstrating exceptional resilience in the face of economic crises. This in-depth analysis compares different dividend strategies and reveals why steady distribution growth is preferable to a high but stagnant yield.
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Investors seeking safety in dividend stocks should look beyond yield and consider dividend growth and the payout ratio. Historical data shows that companies with growing dividends significantly outperform those that pay fixed dividends or no dividends at all.
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Faced with the current economic and stock market turbulence, it's essential to keep your cool and adopt a zen approach to investing. Despite revolutions, civil wars and market volatility, patience and a well thought-out investment strategy remain the best weapons for getting through these uncertain times.
In this article, we explore why we should be wary of the promises of exceptional stock market returns and miraculous advice that proliferate on the Internet. The author explains his preference for a more conservative investment strategy, based on dividends and defensive stocks, rather than trying to beat the market at all costs.
Since 2009, stock markets have risen spectacularly, with the SMI up 45% and the S&P 500 up 75%, raising legitimate concerns about current valuations. According to Warren Buffett's favorite indicator, the market is moderately overvalued, with a TMC/GNP ratio of 92.5%, suggesting a limited future annual return of 4.6%.
Market analysis: is it time to worry about overvaluation? Read More »
Our investment strategy favors low-volatility equities, focusing on dividend yields rather than stock market fluctuations. To optimize diversification and reduce risk, we also recommend mixed funds (equities and bonds) as well as real estate funds denominated in CHF and EUR.
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