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Re:Intel stock collapse worsens as $3.5T chip rout spreads by implements on Tuesday November 03, 2026 @04:42AM (#50349928)
> It's a mugs' game.

Over the long term it’s the investment class most likely to grow capital. Occasionally there are long periods where returns are low (or even negative), but in terms of risk it’s the least risky place to put your money compared to all the alternatives.

(Not financial advice, just my rule-of-thumb understanding)

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Re:Intel stock collapse worsens as $3.5T chip rout spreads by disgruntledphd2 on Tuesday November 03, 2026 @05:32AM (#50350239)
> Occasionally there are long periods where returns are low (or even negative), but in terms of risk it’s the least risky place to put your money compared to all the alternatives (if properly diversified).

This is a very US-centric viewpoint, my recollection is that the FTSE didn't beat inflation for like a 20 year period.

That being said, index funds focused on equity are definitely a good way of getting reasonable returns over time (as long as you don't retire into a massive crash).

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