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Roughly 62% of U.S. Adults Hold Stocks. Those Who Don't Could Be Missing Out on Millions.


Published on 2025-02-13 06:21:09 - MSN
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  • The other 38% could still be applying investors' wealth-building strategy for themselves, even if they start on a smaller scale.

The article from MSN Money discusses the implications of stock market participation among U.S. adults, highlighting that approximately 62% of them own stocks. It points out that those who do not invest in the stock market might be missing out on significant financial growth. The piece references a study by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, which suggests that not investing in stocks could lead to a shortfall of millions in retirement savings. The article explains that stocks have historically provided higher returns compared to other investment vehicles like bonds or savings accounts, especially over long periods. It also touches on the psychological barriers to investing, such as fear of loss, lack of financial education, and the complexity of the market, which deter many from participating. The article encourages those not currently invested to consider the long-term benefits of stock ownership, even if through diversified funds like index funds, to potentially secure a more financially stable future.

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