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Old 04-22-2013, 01:40 AM
 
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I am aiming for an average return of 8 percent (double that I am currently getting in my savings account) but could settle for 6 percent. Am hoping to buy a range of shares to disperse risk. Although I'm a newbie I have a competent understanding of business / finance analysis.

What is a good return to expect?
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Old 04-22-2013, 01:42 AM
 
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A 6-8% return from investing in individual stocks is very reasonable. You won't need to buy speculative stocks for these returns.
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Old 04-22-2013, 07:25 AM
 
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Please note that even if you fully diversify, the standard deviation of stock portfolio returns per annum will be at least 13%

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Old 04-22-2013, 07:40 AM
 
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personally i think anyone who expects 13% as an average return going forward even with a diversified mix will find themselves way way off what they expect.

my own ball park is about 6-8% long term average. some years will be higher and some years losses.

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Old 04-22-2013, 07:53 AM
 
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personally i think anyone who expects 13% as an average return going forward even with a diversified mix will find themselves way way off what they expect.
13% expected return? Good luck!
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Old 04-22-2013, 08:14 AM
 
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What is a good return to expect?
Investors who invest direct in companies (not common stock) expect a return of 10x to 100x their investment within 3 to 5 years. So you should at least double your money every year.
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Old 04-22-2013, 08:41 AM
 
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HA HA HA Ha ha ... what more can i add to doubling your money every year.
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Old 04-22-2013, 09:32 AM
 
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I am aiming for an average return of 8 percent (double that I am currently getting in my savings account) but could settle for 6 percent. Am hoping to buy a range of shares to disperse risk. Although I'm a newbie I have a competent understanding of business / finance analysis.

What is a good return to expect?
I think you have a good head on your shoulders.

Look at issues that pay monthly dividends. You'll be glad that you did.

Here are some; do a search to find others. We average about 10%/Yr
AGD; AOD; ARR; AWP; FULL; HIX; PFF; PHT; PSEC
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Old 04-22-2013, 09:45 AM
 
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I am aiming for an average return of 8 percent (double that I am currently getting in my savings account) but could settle for 6 percent. Am hoping to buy a range of shares to disperse risk. Although I'm a newbie I have a competent understanding of business / finance analysis.

What is a good return to expect?
Your getting 4% in a savings account? Mind sharing?
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Old 04-22-2013, 10:16 AM
 
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HA HA HA Ha ha ... what more can i add to doubling your money every year.
My money? I don't want you to work with my money. I'm not sure what you're saying.
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