The little book of common sense investing. The only way to guarantee your fair share of market returns

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Investment managers can be skilled, but distinguishing luck from talent is challenging, and many excel more in sales than in generating returns. Investors should heed the advice of industry veteran John C. Bogle, who emphasizes the importance of common sense in investing. A diversified portfolio of stocks held long-term is the most effective strategy. Attempting to outsmart the market is a zero-sum game that often leads to losses after costs are considered. The most efficient approach is to invest in a low-cost index fund that encompasses all publicly held businesses, ensuring a fair share of market returns. Bogle, founder of Vanguard and creator of the first index mutual fund, shares his insights in this guide. It offers practical advice on integrating index investing into your portfolio and reshapes your investment mindset. While successful investing demands discipline and patience, it remains fundamentally simple. The book reveals why focusing on business realities like dividend yields and earnings growth is crucial, how to navigate investment costs, taxes, and inflation, and the significance of compounding returns versus costs. Additionally, it addresses the risks of investment trends, including the surge in exchange-traded funds and gimmicky indexing. Ultimately, the key to investment success lies in owning the entire market while minimizing costs—an ethos at the heart of index investing and the core message of this g