It is dangerous to buy stocks

It is dangerous to buy stocks at their historical highs. Stock price cannot keep rising indefinitely; a pullback will occur sooner or later. Buying stocks at their historical highs and when the market subsequently falls, means suffering significant losses.Only growth stocks for long term holding can justify buying at high points.

Is it Wise to Buy Stocks at Historical Highs?

Over the past year and a half, the S&P 500 has been rising, currently up nearly 50% from its low at the end of 2022. If you buy at historical highs and the market subsequently falls, your portfolio could suffer significant losses. Although buying at high points seems risky, if you can hold on firmly for the long term, this risk can be mitigated. ------------ Is it really wise to buy at historical highs? Have your bought at historical highs? Did you profit or lose moner?

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