Getting capital into stocks, whether gradually or all at once, puts investors in position to reap the potential benefits. Read Dimensional Fund Advisors's article, "Taking Stock of Lump-Sum Investing vs. Dollar-Cost Averaging," HERE. The information in this document is provided in good faith without any warranty and is intended for the recipient's background information only. It does not constitute investment advice, recommendation, or an offer of any services or products for sale … [Read more...] about Taking Stock of Lump-Sum Investing vs. Dollar-Cost Averaging
Kenneth French on What to Consider when Building a Portfolio
Prof. Kenneth French explains how he uses anticipated regret when deciding how to split his portfolio between stocks and bonds, and he shares two essential beliefs about the market that affect his allocation. … [Read more...] about Kenneth French on What to Consider when Building a Portfolio
Kenneth French on Building Confidence as an Investor
Prof. Kenneth French explains how he uses anticipated regret when deciding how to split his portfolio between stocks and bonds, and he shares two essential beliefs about the market that affect his allocation. … [Read more...] about Kenneth French on Building Confidence as an Investor
Kenneth French on How to Think About Investment Risk
Prof. Kenneth French explains that for most investors, the best definition of risk is uncertainty about lifetime consumption. He also offers helpful examples from investors' everyday lives to simplify complex ideas. … [Read more...] about Kenneth French on How to Think About Investment Risk
Kenneth French on the Difficulty of Timing the Market
Most people who try to time the market are just fooling themselves, says Prof. Kenneth French, explaining what it really takes to beat the market and why doing so is harder than many investors think. … [Read more...] about Kenneth French on the Difficulty of Timing the Market
When It’s Value vs. Growth, History Is on Value’s Side.
Logic and data provide the basis for a positive expected value premium, offering a guide for investors targeting higher potential returns. Read Dimensional Fund Advisor's article, "When It's Value vs. Growth, History Is on Value's Side.," HERE. Eugene Fama and Ken French are members of the Board of Directors of the general partner of, and provide consulting services to, Dimensional Fund Advisors LP. The information in this document is provided in good faith without any warranty … [Read more...] about When It’s Value vs. Growth, History Is on Value’s Side.