Investing Money in the Stockmarket
By acwbagnall
@acwbagnall (39)
Australia
January 10, 2007 3:47pm CST
Hi,
I've noticed a lot of queries on here from people looking to invest their money but not sure where the best place to do so is.
I'm a firm believer that over time and with a long term approach, investing in quality stocks on the stockmarket will always provide a higher return on your money that any other type of investment.
However many people do not know where to begin, or are scared of by the prospect of the stockmarket being risky and complicated. Well it's not too risky and once you start learning about the process its not all that complicated.
For some starting points and information on such important steps such as which online broker to use and where to find them, try this free information site:
www.sharedigest.com
Feel free to ask me any questions that you might have on the subject, I will reply to everyone.
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12 responses
@acwbagnall (39)
• Australia
15 Jan 07
No worries, have you had any investment experience or are you looking to get started?
Let me know how you go, glad to be of help!
@imkool (22)
• India
12 Jan 07
GOod site.but now a days as far as i see the markets it is very volatile,and going up and sliding down very fast.Forex seems better option for now.dealing in foreign curriencies will get you more returns than stock markets.
@neo2neo (461)
• India
15 Jan 07
Thanks for the URL. I, myself invest in the Stock markets and I find it really gives good returns too. I am able to stay ahead of the inflation and get more returns, better than the bank deposits and mutual funds.
I have come across many discussions here regarding the Investment in shares and I have put a lot of responses with tutorials and links for the new would be investors and traders.
This one just adds to one more to my bookmarks, Thanks!
@acwbagnall (39)
• Australia
17 Jan 07
Glad it was useful to you. Hope you see some goof returns on your investments.
Have you ever tried trading options?
@kotad6 (209)
• Pakistan
12 Jan 07
Hello can you give an explanation about this site ?
What kind of site is? How to deal with it? What is about the danger?
Thank you.
Mary
@acwbagnall (39)
• Australia
15 Jan 07
Do you mean the site I gave a link to above ( www.sharedigest.com ) or THIS site (mylot)?
If you mean sharedigest, then it is basically a site designed to provide information for people looking to get started investing or trading stocks, options, futures and other investments or derivatives. As for how to deal with it - just read it! The information is all free and no signup necessary. As for dangers, well there really isn't any. It doesn't sell anything or require any information or registration from people in order to view it.
If you meant mylot.com, well I don't think its anything dangerous either! Just post some comments and you will earn some money, though very little in my experience. I just post on here for the fun of reading and responding to discussions.
@acwbagnall (39)
• Australia
12 Jan 07
There is little similarity to gambling, investing in the stock market in a sensible and educated manner and with a long term approach and dedicated risk management tactics and position sizing skills has proven time over time to be the highest returning investment technique there is. The key is to put in the effort to research the market and wait patiently for opportunities, not to second guess the market.
I'm not advocating day trading or any other high risk techniques, they come closer to gambling, but still for those who are educated enough and have access to sufficient resources, this technique can prove very lucrative.
Conversely - by NOT investing in the stockmarket and leaving all your money in a bank account paying little or no interest, or worse still charging a monthly admin fee as most do, you are taking on a 100% guaranteed risk of losing money at the rate of inflation.
@BamBamBoo (76)
• Thailand
20 Jan 07
High Risk High Return, as you always hear this sentense
I also the one who trade (invest) stock.
If we learn, and understand it enough, we will not lose over, Know how to cut lost, and let profit run is the basic.
For me, long term investment, so nothing to loose much
http://bonusnaruk.blogspot.com
@acwbagnall (39)
• Australia
15 Jan 07
Forex is the shortened name given to the practise of trading foreign currencies, essentially making money by the same principles of buy low sell high as the stock market.
Both are definately viable ways of making money, though forex by nature tends to suit more active traders who are looking to cash in on changes in the value of currencies with respect to one another. You would not really 'invest' in currency since there is no real reason why one should appreciate in value over the long term.
I personally prefer stocks as an investment due to the ability to research the fundamentals of a company and choose solid, well managed companies which have a good prospect of future earnings growth and then try to buy in when opportunities present themselves due to a short term dip in the share price. One thing is for sure - the most successful investor in the world - Warren Buffet, didn't make his money (or not the majority anyway) trading currencies!
@nbeneby (416)
• United States
1 Feb 07
Thank you...this site seems really helpful. I have browsed through it and I am pleased with the fact that it provides you with usefull tools such as terminology, strategies ,basic knowledge and quizzes to ensure that you have understood the concepts :).
@clover779 (698)
• Portugal
17 Jan 07
I would like to know if you know this site:
https://www.online-capital.com/content/clover779
They claim to give 25 USD (amount that they actually give) and they invest for you (in stockmarket ?) which gives a steady income return. Actually the 25 dollars they give return about 30 cents/day. This seems too good because it is free, you only have to register.
Do you know the site? Can you tell me if it is not a scam? in case you are interested feel free to sign up under my referral (clover779).
Regards
@smacksman (6053)
•
16 Feb 07
Excellent link, thank you.
I have stock and a stockbroker to go with them (haha) and they have done well over time.
If anyone has a chunk put by then investing in 'blue chips' is not a bad thing to do, with guidance.
@tgibson (29)
• United States
27 Jan 07
Thanks for the very useful info. It sounds like you have learned a lot and have wisely applied what you have learned. From your experience, would you recommend having a "diversified" portfolio or taking more of a focused approach to investing in stocks?
@sihanik (118)
• Malaysia
23 Feb 07
stock market is a great place to invest your money. You have to consider the risk level you can take first before you put your money in...