Investing to become financially independent
Investing to become financially independent
The art of investing in the stock market starts with building a solid emergency fund and a patient approach, as opposed to the typical beginner's rush. Learn why it's crucial to have sufficient cash reserves before diving into stock investing, and how to avoid the common pitfalls of excessive brokerage fees.
Find out why Swisscom, the leading Swiss telecommunications company with over 50% mobile market share, represents an attractive investment opportunity. With a solid and growing dividend, low sensitivity to currency risks and a dominant position in its home market, Swisscom is a strategic choice for investors seeking stability and returns.
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To achieve financial independence, optimizing expenses is as crucial as investment returns, especially for those aiming for early retirement. Effectively managing major items such as housing, transportation and food, which represent a significant portion of the Swiss household budget, is the key to accelerating one's journey towards financial freedom.
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The slogan Arbeit macht frei (work makes you free) hides a very different reality in our modern consumer society. Between credit, workload and compulsory expenses, we are rather in a cycle of enslavement where only bosses and senior civil servants truly benefit from our work.
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Abbott Laboratories, an American pharmaceutical company founded in Chicago, split in 2013 into two separate entities: Abbott (ABT) specializing in nutrition and medical devices, and AbbVie (ABBV) focused on drugs. This historic company, characterized by its stability and regular dividend growth, continues to demonstrate its strength in the market with controlled volatility and an effective concentration strategy.
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Millennials, tired of today’s work world, are increasingly looking toward financial independence and early retirement. Discover practical strategies for reducing your expenses and achieving financial independence, from shopping tips to lifestyle changes.
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Discover Danone, the world leader in fresh dairy products and a major player in bottled water, medical nutrition and baby food. With more than half of its turnover generated in emerging countries and iconic brands such as Activia, Evian and Volvic, the French group is establishing itself as a giant in the agri-food industry focused on health and nutrition.
A closer look at the so-called dividend stock bubble reveals that companies are maintaining reasonable and historically low payout ratios. Contrary to market fears, data analysis shows that dividend-paying stocks are not overvalued and remain attractive in the current interest rate environment.
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