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An investor was overheard recently ruing that he had not gone all in on AI darling Nvidia a decade ago at 40 cents and sold this year above $100 a share. But investing via the rear-view mirror is rarely a successful strategy. Instead, by having a globally diversified, balanced portfolio you can avoid taking such regrets to an extreme, as Ben Carlson explains. The bad news about diversification is that regret is a constant problem. The good news is you avoid taking that regret to the extreme.

Investment conversations often end up with someone ruing that they had not gone all in on AI darling Nvidia a decade ago at 40 cents and sold this year above $100 a share. However, investing via the rear-view mirror is rarely a successful strategy. Instead, by having a globally diversified, balanced portfolio you can avoid taking such risks and regrets to such an extreme. #wealthmanagement #retirementplanning #independentfinancialadvice

Part 2: Title: "The Dance of Fortune: Push and Pull in the New York Stock Exchange" One such business caught in the intricate web of push and pull was QuantumTech, a cutting-edge technology company on the brink of unveiling a groundbreaking product. As the announcement loomed, anticipation built—a classic example of the push mechanism at play. Investors eagerly awaited the revelation, ready to ride the wave of positive momentum. However, the stock market, a stage for perpetual drama, also showcased the pull mechanism in full force. A sudden global economic downturn sent shockwaves through the NYSE, creating an undertow that threatened to drag even the most promising stocks into the abyss. QuantumTech, despite its innovative potential, found itself entangled in the market's downward spiral. Enter Samuel Hayes, the maestro, who recognized the delicate balance between push and pull. Sensing the underlying strength of QuantumTech's fundamentals, he strategically advised his clients to weather the storm, confident that the pull was a transient force. His guidance provided a lifeline to investors, instilling confidence amidst the market's uncertainty. As the storm subsided, QuantumTech emerged resilient, riding the push of its groundbreaking product unveiling. Samuel's clients reaped the rewards of their patience, proving that, in the world of finance, understanding the push and pull mechanisms was the key to sustainable success. The story of Samuel Hayes and QuantumTech echoed through the canyons of Wall Street, a testament to the enduring dance between positive momentum and adversity. In the ever-evolving landscape of the NYSE, businesses and investors alike continued to navigate the intricate push and pull mechanisms, seeking fortune amidst the perpetual rhythm of the market.

An investor was overheard recently ruing that he had not gone all in on AI darling Nvidia a decade ago at 40 cents and sold this year above $100 a share. But investing via the rear-view mirror is rarely a successful strategy. Instead, by having a globally diversified, balanced portfolio you can avoid taking such regrets to an extreme, as Ben Carlson explains. https://bit.ly/3SiCr6q

It's a new year, the best time yet to start investing. After all, compounding does its best work late. The sooner you start, the more wealth you'll build over time. #StockInvesting #FinancialFreedom #InvestmentTips #WealthBuilding #MarketInsights #PortfolioGrowth #SmartInvesting #StockMarketNews #ProfitablePicks #MarketAnalysis #DiversifyWealth #FinancialSuccess

"For those that view the stock market as at least a little strange right now, my latest Investment Letter, "EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES AND THE INVISIBLE TOUCH'" delves into that strangeness in a little more detail." Could it be that both the economy and the stock market resemble the "EMPEROR"S NEW CLOTHES" as was the case in Hans Christian Anderson's famous tale, where the "crowd" realized he wasn't wearing any? When do the crowded complacent crowd of investors come to a similar realization? It feels like we could be in a blow-off top, which makes this a critical time to prepare for that investor realization. I strongly encourage you to read my Letter. I look forward to your comments. #markets #economy #recession https://bit.ly/3VZHD08 After reading the article, the concept of the importance of the "sequence of returns" in investing, particularly for retirees living off of their invested assets, becomes very urgent. Here's an article that helps explain the significance: https://bit.ly/4e5QOVh

🚀 Big Announcement: Introducing INVST-X! 🚀 The journey to INVST-X began not in triumph, but in adversity. Like many, I faced the harsh reality of stock market losses, watching hard-earned savings diminish during unexpected downturns. It was a wake-up call that led to a quest: to develop a system resilient against the market's notorious drawdowns. Years of research, testing, and refinement have brought that vision to life. Today, I'm proud to announce that INVST-X is available to the public. This platform is more than just an investment tool; it's a beacon of hope for those wary of the market's volatility. INVST-X stands on the pillars of: Proven Resilience: Crafted from the lessons of past losses, our system strategically minimises drawdowns, protecting your investments from the market's lows. Empowering Simplicity: We've distilled complex timing strategies into a user-friendly format, ensuring that anyone can navigate the stock market with confidence. DIY Investing Freedom: With INVST-X, you take the reins. Follow our market timing system through your own broker, maintaining full control over your financial destiny and picking a customised model tailored to your specific risk profile. This platform is the embodiment of our belief that everyone deserves a fighting chance in the stock market, without the fear of losing it all in sudden downturns. I extend my deepest gratitude to the tireless team behind INVST-X, our early adopters, and everyone who supported us through this journey. Your faith and feedback have been invaluable. For those yearning for a safer, simpler way to grow your wealth, I invite you to explore INVST-X.   Together, let's redefine what it means to invest smartly and securely. Check us out at www.invst-x.com. Here's to turning the tide in personal investing, making success accessible to all, no matter the market's mood. #INVSTX #EmpoweredInvesting #MarketResilience #LaunchAnnouncement

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SHORT OF THE CENTURY In late 2021, Energy was the trade of the century. I wanted to get 1,000 of my best online friends to buy. The pitch was a spectacular failure, in that I convinced exactly zero people.  I did happen to put all my money into the trade, and then a little more, and XLE subsequently doubled (plus hefty dividends), so I did OK; but the failure to convince others, of what was brutally obvious to me, still rankles. This time, I am lowering my ambitions. I would like to convince just 10 people, a mere 1%, to sell their position in semiconductors, suddenly dominant in the S&P. Given the current fervor, it might be an even harder task, but here’s the top 10 reasons: 1 SMH trades at 10x Revenues. Sun Micro CEO Scott McNealy's famous statement in this regard is in comments. 2 It would take 30 years of cash flows just to get all your principal back (equity duration of the ETF is 15 years) while average lifespan of an S&P500 company is 21 years. As a reminder, companies do not get kicked out for becoming too big 😁 . 3 Assuming all semi companies survive that long, your grandchildren could collect a 5% dividend. I am not sure how 10% returns are viable from these levels. 4 As a post I forwarded pointed out, NVDA market cap is now 11% of GDP. (Tech is 2/3, NVDA trades at 30x Revs.) The Dutch East India Company and the South Seas Company were worth about the same in today's money when taking imperial GDP into account for a few days at peak, but c'mon, we are back to the 1600's? 5 Have we learned nothing since Newton went broke? What *have* you learnt since Newton went broke chasing momentum? Factor investing? 6 Corporate tech spending is (mostly) CapEx and as rates have gone 0 to 5% and held there, the slowdown in the consumer is bound to bite soon. The cloud / compute's share of budget can go up, but in the end until the killer apps emerge what's to spend money for? 7 The killer app will answer contingent, multi-period questions with absolute data privacy and at least 65% confidence for analytical purposes, and 99% confidence for transaction purposes. Are we there yet, dear? 8 Cheaper GPU's will become pervasive, in every desktop PC sold literally, such that compute loads can be distributed, and more importantly, confidential data does not have to be supplied to a public cloud for querying. 9 The data will, pretty soon, become the most important piece of the puzzle, personal or corporate. 10 Companies will buy those cheaper substitutes. A lot of advantages of raw compute e.g. NVDA chips vs. second best AMD, can be caught up with by generous configurations of supporting hardware e.g. cache memory, bandwidth, faster drives, etc. SELL MORTIMER, SELL. The link below takes you to #SMH component valuations #QQQ #SPY #Markets #NVDA #hedgefunds #equities #techinvesting #bearmarket #dotcom #techbubble #gpu #mi300 #h100

Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Investment Management LLC, recently spoke with BNN Bloomberg about the immense potential of AI stocks. In her interview, she highlighted why she believes AI is the next big thing in tech. Wood discussed ARK Invest’s strategic shift away from major tech giants like NVIDIA, Microsoft, and Taiwan Semiconductors (TSMC), and their focus on innovative AI companies. She also emphasized Tesla's key role in the future of autonomous driving and projected significant revenue from autonomous taxi networks. Wood praised Canada’s AI talent, mentioning the contributions of companies like Shopify in the social commerce revolution. Kevin Prins from BMO ETFs also shared insights on how Canadian investors can benefit from ARK’s tax-efficient funds. Discover why Wood is so bullish on AI and what this means for the future of the market. #AI #Investing #CathieWood #TechRevolution #Tesla #Shopify #Nvidia #Microsoft #TaiwanSemiconductors #BNNBloomberg #BMOETFs https://lnkd.in/gtHmcrQH