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Should I Invest in my 401k and in the stock market?

(I have a 401k at work where they match me up to 6% of my paycheck into stocks and bonds. Would it make sense if I started investing in individual common stocks outside of my 401k?) Answer : that's always an option, but don't use the money that you would have contributed to your 401k -

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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Cann somebody explain to me how the graphs of investing and stock market work?

(i wuold like to what the lines and bars mean and the numbers somebody explain) Answer : Hi, Superman, Basic chart information does show the price trend of a security. The most important thing to remember, though - is not to make a chart more important than it really is. They can

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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I’m new to the stock market, what should I buy? Any top picks?

(I just graduated from college and want to try investing some of my salary in the stock market. I'm going to start small, like $2000. I'm leaning toward IT stocks b/c my friend earns a lot from Apple (APPL) stock. Any advice on which stock to pick?) Answer: Going to have a nice long run

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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Are there math courses in university that teach you how to invest in the stock market?

(If there is courses that teach you this, can you give me a website so I can check it out. I am planning to go to TrentU in Ontario. So if you can link me a page on trentu.ca you get best answer!) Answer : To be honest with you, investing in the stock market does not involve extensive kno

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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What do i invest in in the stock market?

(I have to do a school project and invest in 10 things in the Dow Jones Index. I want to invest in things that ultimately rise higher and higher and dont drop too much. Gain not lost. I have to be one of the top five sellers. IT HAS TO BE IN THE DOW JONES INDEX) Answer: That pretty-well

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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What’s your take on the stock market being around 5500 by the end of May?

(Someone who worked with me a number of years ago who now works for an investment company told me this morning that he's seeing indicators that show that a major drop is coming and this number is not out of the question by the end of May...Whats your take on this?) Answer : Won't happen, e

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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I am doing some research on the stock market and advancement in technology, could use some feedback?

(What has been the impact of technology and computerization on financial markets and trading? In your opinion, has the impact been positive or negative? What do you think will be the ultimate impact of increased computerization of trading on the continued existence of organized exchanges such as

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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Is my retirement money better in the Stock market or in Silver Eagles?

Answer: The market - if you have over a decade until retirement. The stock market gives, on an averaged basis, about a 8% annual return taking inflation into consideration. Silver, on an averaged basis, pretty much just maintains its value when you take inflation into consideration. If you w

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What is the minimum deposit for in the stock market?

(I want to get into trading stocks a little but i want to understand is the minimum deposit something that is going towards stocks you buy or fees then you have to pay more to buy the stocks or is it like a security deposit like with an apartment it doesnt cover that month of rent but is somethi

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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I have $100,000 of “play” money for a stock market game WHAT SHOULD I BUY?

(In my investments class at FSU we have 2 months to play a virtual stock market game. WE are given $100,000 to invest. I'm typically a long term investor look for value stocks. The idea of a 2 month span is new to be and more aggressive than what I am used to. Any company suggestions?) Answ

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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If the stock market is so efficient, why do many large-turnover stocks fluctuate more than 1% intraday?

(Does the value of the company keep varying so quickly?) Answer: All but the most extreme Efficient Market theorists accept that the stock prices can be irrational in the short term. Prices are efficient in the long term, not in the short term.

08.11.2010| US Market | TonyLiu

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