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What is the difference between long term and short term investing

Learn how long term investing focuses on steady growth and why short term investing needs more attention.

Short term investing focuses on fast price changes. It needs more time and attention.

Long term investing focuses on steady growth. It is calmer and easier for most people.

In simple words
Short term is fast.
Long term is smoother.

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