Investing to become financially independent
Investing to become financially independent
Is the virulent criticism of corporate profits justified? An in-depth analysis of U.S. economic data reveals a positive correlation between corporate profit growth and labor market health, demonstrating that corporate prosperity contributes to overall economic well-being.
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Faced with the continued rise of stock markets, long-term investors are faced with a dilemma: sell now at the risk of missing out on a historic rise, or stay invested and accept the volatility. The latter strategy, comparable to life itself with its ups and downs, seems more judicious for those with an investment horizon of more than 10 years.
The stock market, a metaphor for life? Read More »
With technology companies dominating investor attention, the importance of good dividend stocks is often overlooked. This article explains why it's crucial to keep around 40% of your portfolio in regular dividend-paying anchor companies, offering valuable protection during bear markets.
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Martin, a passionate Quebec blogger and investor, shares his experience and investment philosophy inspired by Warren Buffett. In this interview, he tells us about his journey as an independent investor, the importance he places on dividends and how he successfully manages his stock portfolio over the long term.
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WisdomTree’s DEM ETF offers diversified exposure to emerging markets with a focus on high-yield securities, combining passive management with a balanced allocation across sectors and geographies. Despite controlled volatility and protection against currency risk, this ETF has an excellent risk-return ratio, making it a particularly attractive investment for investors seeking international exposure.
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We often hear about passive income in the blogosphere. Unfortunately, this term is often used wrongly and abusively. In truth, truly passive income is a rare commodity. If we could receive money so easily without working, it would quickly spread around the world and everyone
US REITs and MLPs offer attractive opportunities for investors seeking regular income thanks to their generous distributions and stable business model. These financial instruments, although more volatile than traditional stocks, can represent a relevant diversification strategy for a portfolio, particularly in a low interest rate environment.
Dividend growth investors favor stable companies with long-term operations, as evidenced by Coca-Cola (KO), which offers reliable returns compared to newer companies like Facebook. This investment strategy not only provides passive income that outpaces inflation, but also provides an early retirement without the management hassles of rental properties.
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