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If timing the stock market were easy, the Iran war would have proven it. It’s done the opposite.

First publishedJul 21, 13:38 UTC
Last updatedJul 21, 14:29 UTC · 3m ago
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If timing the stock market were easy, the Iran war would have proven it. It’s done the opposite.
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Active stock pickers almost always lose against the broad market. They can’t beat simple math.

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Active stock pickers almost always lose against the broad market. They can’t beat simple math.
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1 outlet, average source rating 7.0/10.
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    If timing the stock market were easy, the Iran war would have proven it. It’s done the opposite.

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