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Avoid market timing from "summary" of Beating the Street by Peter Lynch

Market timing is a fool's errand. Trying to predict the short-term movements of the stock market is a surefire way to lose money. Countless investors have fallen into this trap, believing they can outsmart the market by buying low and selling high. However, the reality is that no one can consistently time the market with precision. Investors who attempt to time the market often end up buying high and selling low, the exact opposite of what they intend to do. This results in significant losses and can derail their long-term investment goals. Instead of trying to time the market, investors should focus on the fundamentals of the companies they are...
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    Beating the Street

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