Passive investing in index funds can generate returns that roughly match the overall market. But you can significantly boost your returns by picking above-average stocks. For example, the Sandfire Resources Limited (ASX:SFR) share price is up 43% in the last 1 year, clearly besting the market return of around 6.3% (not including dividends). If it
As an investor its worth striving to ensure your overall portfolio beats the market average. But in any portfolio, there are likely to be some stocks that fall short of that benchmark. We regret to report that long term eGain Corporation (NASDAQ:EGAN) shareholders have had that experience, with the share price dropping 32% in three
Passive investing in index funds can generate returns that roughly match the overall market. But investors can boost returns by picking market-beating companies to own shares in. To wit, the Caleres, Inc. (NYSE:CAL) share price is 61% higher than it was a year ago, much better than the market return of around 24% (not including
The worst result, after buying shares in a company (assuming no leverage), would be if you lose all the money you put in. But on a lighter note, a good company can see its share price rise well over 100%. For example, the Arcadis NV (AMS:ARCAD) share price has soared 266% in the last half
The main aim of stock picking is to find the market-beating stocks. But every investor is virtually certain to have both over-performing and under-performing stocks. So we wouldn’t blame long term Mirvac Group (ASX:MGR) shareholders for doubting their decision to hold, with the stock down 26% over a half decade. Even worse, it’s down 12%
The most you can lose on any stock (assuming you don’t use leverage) is 100% of your money. But on the bright side, you can make far more than 100% on a really good stock. For example, the Capral Limited (ASX:CAA) share price has soared 162% in the last half decade. Most would be very
Stock pickers are generally looking for stocks that will outperform the broader market. And while active stock picking involves risks (and requires diversification) it can also provide excess returns. For example, long term Spectra Systems Corporation (LON:SPSY) shareholders have enjoyed a 60% share price rise over the last half decade, well in excess of the
Stock pickers are generally looking for stocks that will outperform the broader market. And the truth is, you can make significant gains if you buy good quality businesses at the right price. For example, long term Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (KLSE:KENANGA) shareholders have enjoyed a 84% share price rise over the last half decade, well
AppFolio, Inc. (NASDAQ:APPF) shareholders have seen the share price descend 13% over the month. But that doesn’t change the fact that the returns over the last five years have been very strong. We think most investors would be happy with the 123% return, over that period. So while it’s never fun to see a share
Investing in stocks inevitably means buying into some companies that perform poorly. But long term Micro-Mechanics (Holdings) Ltd. (SGX:5DD) shareholders have had a particularly rough ride in the last three year. So they might be feeling emotional about the 58% share price collapse, in that time. And more recent buyers are having a tough time