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Should You Keep 100% Of Your Money In Stocks?
By Syfe  •  April 19, 2021
Should investors be 100% invested in stocks? The idea certainly sounds appealing. Based on historical returns, we know that stocks generally outperform bonds over time. Indeed, US stocks have averaged 10-year returns of 9.2% over the past 140 years. While the annual return for each year does vary, statistics show that over the long term, stocks do tend to trend upwards. This checks out. When you invest in stocks, you’re investing in companies that produce the goods and services that drive our economy. As long as the economy continues to expand over time, the stock market in general should benefit. Are you investing for the long term? While 100% stocks may produce higher returns than 100% bonds or a mix of stocks and bonds, it’s not for everyone. Investing in all equities is inherently risky. A market tailspin could mean that your entire portfolio is exposed to the brunt of the crash....
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