The Decline of Long-Term Investing

The average holding period of shares on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is now less than one year. Read more

Timing the Market: Why It’s So Hard, in One Chart

In this graphic, we show why timing the market is extremely difficult, and how it can meaningfully dent portfolio returns. Read more

Visualized: How Long Does it Take to Double Your Money?

Since 1949, the S&P 500 has doubled in value 10 times. We show how long it takes to double your money across a range of annualized returns. Read more

How Small Investments Make a Big Impact Over Time

Compound interest is a powerful force in building wealth. Here’s how it impacts even the most modest portfolio over the long term. Read more

Visualizing the Growth of $100, by Asset Class (1970-2023)

In this graphic, we show asset class returns across U.S. equities, bonds, real estate, gold and cash since 1970. Read more