The WeekendInvesting Newsletter - 15 Jan 2024

Gold has long been considered a safe-haven asset and a store of value during times of economic uncertainty. In this article, we will discuss the performance of gold during recessions and its role as a hedge in investment portfolios.

A chart provided by the Twitter account VC Elements showcases the performance of gold during recessions in the US market over the past 50 years. It is evident from the chart that whenever the S&P 500, a benchmark index for the US stock market, has underperformed, gold has shown remarkable resilience and often experienced substantial growth. . . . .

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In this blog post, I will be discussing the power of compounding and how it can be affected by taxes and inflation. Recently, I came across a fascinating compilation on Twitter by a user named Q compounding.

The video showed how starting with just one dollar and doubling it 20 times can result in a million dollars. This showcases the incredible potential of compounding. However, it is crucial to understand that this calculation does not account for taxes. . . .

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WeekendInvesting Daily Bytes

The stock market has been on a bullish run recently, with the Nifty crossing the 22,000 mark and continuing its upward trajectory. In just four sessions, the market has gained 600 points, reaching new highs.

Even though the US markets were closed on this day, the Indian market showed no signs of slowing down. In fact, it seems to be leading the way for a potential breakout in the US markets as well. The Indian market is making higher lows and higher highs at each point.

Stocks to look out for . . . .

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