Should you buy a house now or later ?

Today’s Daily Byte

The market again started with a sharp move down but stayed reasonably flat after that initial scare. Things have changed to the extent that earlier gap downs were happening, and suddenly the markets would go up. Now, it seems we are experiencing either a bounce or a gap up followed by a downturn. There is certainly a shift in sentiment occurring.

The market is holding at these levels despite foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continuing to sell. That’s what we will discuss today: how long can we really absorb this selling pressure?

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Should you buy a house now or later ?

Housing prices have always been a key topic in many countries. Over the years, the cost of homes has increased significantly, often outpacing the growth of household incomes. A look at the last 60 years of data from the US shows a clear trend. This trend is not limited to the US alone.

As economies mature, they often follow a similar path, with rising home prices creating challenges for buyers. India, for example, is experiencing an even sharper increase in housing prices compared to income growth.. . . . .

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Defense is the best Offence

Paul Tudor Jones, a highly respected hedge fund manager, became famous in the 1980s for his sharp asset allocation skills. Over the years, he developed a unique approach to managing investments, which is still valuable today. One of his key strategies was to move between different asset classes, such as equities, fixed income, and commodities, based on market trends. This dynamic asset allocation allowed him to stay ahead of market changes and protect his investments.

Jones was not just about chasing big wins. His philosophy focused on minimizing losses. This idea of playing “great defense” over “great offense” became one of his most important rules. . . . .

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