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"The best way to measure your investing success is not by whether you're beating the market but by whether you've put in place a financial plan and a behavioural discipline that are likely to get you where you want to go." – Benjamin Graham Today I wanted to share few key lessons I learned from Mr. Market in past few years, which may be relevant for retail investors trying to make it big: 1. Stock investing is not for everyone, identify your own strengths in life and leverage them instead of pushing a rock uphill like Sisyphus. 2. There is little difference between short term trading and gambling. Choose your own pick. 3. Do not mix investments and insurance (ULIP, Endowment, Annuity, etc). 4. Leverage the power of compounding with systematic investing habits. Tree can only bear fruit given enough time. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dUwv9hdE Follow our page Sampann(https://lnkd.in/deGbEcJZ) for join our mission of making financial planning accessible to the masses.

I don't mean to boast, but my expertise and understanding of the stock market are becoming evident. I may not have attended a prestigious university or topped my class, but what sets me apart is my relentless drive and determination to excel in this field. Instead of paying hefty fees to financial advisors for a mere 3% return, you can replicate my strategies on dub #investing #stockmarket #finance #money

🌟 Exploring the Titans of Finance: Benjamin Graham 🌟 Kicking off this series with the legendary Benjamin Graham, widely known as the "Father of Value Investing." 📊📉 Graham's profound insights into the stock market revolutionized investing. His book, "The Intelligent Investor," remains a cornerstone for anyone interested in understanding the principles of sound investing. Here are some of his key contributions: 1️⃣ Value Investing: Graham advocated buying undervalued stocks—those priced below their intrinsic value—providing a margin of safety for investors. 2️⃣ Mr. Market: He introduced the concept of Mr. Market, a metaphor for the irrationality of the stock market, teaching investors to remain unemotional and rational in the face of market fluctuations. 3️⃣ Security Analysis: Alongside David Dodd, Graham co-authored "Security Analysis," a foundational text that emphasizes the importance of thorough financial analysis. 4️⃣ Margin of Safety: One of his core principles, the margin of safety, is about investing with a cushion to minimize risks and protect against errors in judgment. Benjamin Graham's legacy lives on through the countless investors who continue to apply his timeless principles. His teachings emphasize patience, discipline, and the importance of thorough research—lessons that are as relevant today as they were in his time. Stay tuned as we explore more influential figures who have shaped the world of finance! 🚀📈 #Finance #ValueInvesting #BenjaminGraham #InvestmentWisdom #LearningFromLegends

"Money moves from those who do not manage it to those who do." This insight from Dave Ramsey, a US personal finance commentator, captures a crucial lesson in financial management. Trading around may feel like an active way to engage with your finances, but it often results in money shifting to those who are investing for the long haul. Wealth shifts from traders to investors. As Warren Buffett said so eloquently, the stockmarket is a device that transfers wealth from the impatient to the patient. The difference lies in strategy: investing is about deliberate, informed management over time, while trading frequently bets on short-term fluctuations. Choose to be on the side that grows wealth through wise management and long-term perspectives. 📊💡 #DaveRamsey #InvestingVsTrading #FinancialWisdom #ManageMoneyWisely #LongTermInvesting #FinancialGrowth #InvestmentStrategy #PersonalFinance #WealthBuilding #SmartMoneyMoves

"Money moves from those who do not manage it to those who do." This insight from Dave Ramsey, a US personal finance commentator, captures a crucial lesson in financial management. Trading around may feel like an active way to engage with your finances, but it often results in money shifting to those who are investing for the long haul. Wealth shifts from traders to investors. As Warren Buffett said so eloquently, the stockmarket is a device that transfers wealth from the impatient to the patient. The difference lies in strategy: investing is about deliberate, informed management over time, while trading frequently bets on short-term fluctuations. Choose to be on the side that grows wealth through wise management and long-term perspectives. 📊💡 #DaveRamsey #InvestingVsTrading #FinancialWisdom #ManageMoneyWisely #LongTermInvesting #FinancialGrowth #InvestmentStrategy #PersonalFinance #WealthBuilding #SmartMoneyMoves

Inspired by Charley Ellis' recent piece in the Financial Times, titled "Most of us have too much in bonds" - I wrote a blog post on this because it is a surprisingly common mistake. Warren Buffet also warned of the "terrible investing mistake" of not taking on enough equity risk. If you're not a sophisticated investor, you might not be aware of your over-exposure to bonds, or other low-risk low-reward investments. Ellis points out two other often overlooked investments that increase the low-risk allocation of an investor's portfolio: The equity portion of their homes and the future social security payments they'll receive. In an effort to spread the word and educate you on this topic, I tried to make this blog post as easy to understand as possible. After reading this, I hope to convince you to revisit your investments and also convince you that holding cash in an interest-bearing savings account is probably not the best long-term strategy to grow your wealth. Blog and FT article linked in comments. Disclaimer: Not investment advice, do your own research. #wealth #invest #equity

12 Investing Books Everyone Should Read - Richer, Wiser, Happier by William Green - The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins - Why does the stock market go up? by Brian Feroldi - The Joys of Compounding by Gautam Baid, CFA - Expectations Investing by Michael Mauboussin and Alfred Rappaport - The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel - The Warren Buffett Way Third Edition by Robert Hagstrom - The Little Book That Builds Wealth by Pat Dorsey - The Little Book That Beats the Market by Joel Greenblatt - 100 Baggers by Christopher Mayer - The Little Book of Value Investing by Christopher H. Browne - Warren Buffett and the Interpretation of Financial Statements by Mary Buffet & David Clark What book would you add to this list?

Warren Buffet is credited with saying “Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful. In other words, long-term investors should ignore the short-term noise and not follow the pack. We help clients implement long-term investment strategies that are created through comprehensive financial planning to pursue their goals. We help clients to focus on the long-term instead of the short-term. In the past 5 years there were many reasons to be scared in the markets including tariffs, political instability, and impeachment still, in general, long-term investors were rewarded for sticking the course. Investing long-term and not letting the fear of headlines steer you off course is hard. Let us help guide you with a plan. Give us a call today at 412-357-2002 and we can help empower you to make informed financial decisions. #investingfundamentals #financialplanning #beratungadvisors #warrenbuffet #warrenbuffetquotes Past performance is not indicative of future results. There is no assurance that any financial or investment plan or strategy will be successful. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.

Warren Buffet is credited with saying “Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful. In other words, long-term investors should ignore the short-term noise and not follow the pack. We help clients implement long-term investment strategies that are created through comprehensive financial planning to pursue their goals. We help clients to focus on the long-term instead of the short-term. In the past 5 years there were many reasons to be scared in the markets including tariffs, political instability, and impeachment still, in general, long-term investors were rewarded for sticking the course. Investing long-term and not letting the fear of headlines steer you off course is hard. Let us help guide you with a plan. Give us a call today at 412-357-2002 and we can help empower you to make informed financial decisions. #investingfundamentals #financialplanning #beratungadvisors #warrenbuffet #warrenbuffetquotes Past performance is not indicative of future results. There is no assurance that any financial or investment plan or strategy will be successful. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.

Warren Buffet is credited with saying “Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful. In other words, long-term investors should ignore the short-term noise and not follow the pack. We help clients implement long-term investment strategies that are created through comprehensive financial planning to pursue their goals. We help clients to focus on the long-term instead of the short-term. In the past 5 years there were many reasons to be scared in the markets including tariffs, political instability, and impeachment still, in general, long-term investors were rewarded for sticking the course. Investing long-term and not letting the fear of headlines steer you off course is hard. Let us help guide you with a plan. Give us a call today at 412-357-2002 and we can help empower you to make informed financial decisions. #investingfundamentals #financialplanning #beratungadvisors #warrenbuffet #warrenbuffetquotes Past performance is not indicative of future results. There is no assurance that any financial or investment plan or strategy will be successful. Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.