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“The idea that a bell rings to signal when investors should get into or out of the stock market is simply not credible. After nearly fifty years in this business, I do not know of anybody who has done it successfully and consistently. I don't even know anybody who knows anybody who has done it successfully and consistently. Yet market timing appears to be increasingly embraced by mutual fund investors and the professional managers of fund portfolios alike.”

Quote by John C. Bogle

Book:Common Sense on Mutual Funds
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Common Sense on Mutual Funds

This book provides in-depth analysis and insights into the world of mutual funds, covering topics such as fund selection, risk management, and long-term investment strategies. Written by a renowned financial expert, it aims to empower readers with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed investment decisions. more

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John C. Bogle
John C. Bogle

John C. Bogle, born on May 8, 1929, is a distinguished investor. He is known as a pioneer in index investing and founded Vanguard Group, which has been instrumental in the development of low-cost index mutual funds. more

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