Having left one of the big4 firms, I am now free in investing in whatever counter I am interested in! Gathering inspiration from investment moat, assi, dividend warrior, this blog aims to chart my journey towards financial freedom.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Passive Investing
Definition of 'Passive Investing'
An investment strategy involving limited ongoing buying and selling actions. Passive investors will purchase investments with the intention of long-term appreciation and limited maintenance.
Investopedia explains 'Passive Investing'
Also known as a buy-and-hold or couch potato strategy, passive investing requires good initial research, patience and a well diversified portfolio.Unlike active investors, passive investors buy a security and typically don't actively attempt to profit from short-term price fluctuations. Passive investors instead rely on their belief that in the long term the investment will be profitable.
Read more: http://www.investopedia.com/terms/p/passiveinvesting.asp#ixzz2IoOXhRQJ
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