Holding an investment for a long time—often referred to as a "buy-and-hold" strategy—can outperform frequent trading for several reasons, depending on your goals, risk tolerance, and the nature of the assets involved. Here's a breakdown of why it might be better: Compounding Returns: When you hold an asset long-term, especially something like stocks or real estate, you benefit from compounding. Reinvested dividends, interest, or capital gains accumulate over time, growing exponentially rather than being interrupted by constant buying and selling. Lower Transaction Costs: Trading frequently racks up fees—commissions, spreads, and taxes (like capital gains tax on short-term trades, which are often taxed higher than long-term gains in many places). Holding reduces these costs, leaving more mo