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How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2024 7:12 am
by Zara858
In my opinion, investing is a proactive and thoughtful approach to building financial stability and wealth, while gambling is often more about chance and entertainment.

Re: How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2024 8:41 am
by AkaliShad238
Zara858 wrote: Fri Jan 19, 2024 7:12 am In my opinion, investing is a proactive and thoughtful approach to building financial stability and wealth, while gambling is often more about chance and entertainment.
Hi! Yes, I totally agree with your thoughts, even though both of them need to take a risk with their own money. But in gambling, they can control it by themselves, as they can bet a specific amount that they want to spend on a game. :D :) 8-)

Re: How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2024 11:03 pm
by garden8540xs
In my opinion, imagine investing in stocks as akin to supporting a friend's business. You check if they're doing well, and if they are, your support grows. On the other hand, gambling is more like taking a chance without knowing much. Investing is akin to making a thoughtful decision, while gambling is more like rolling the dice and hoping for the best.

Re: How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Sat Jan 20, 2024 2:57 am
by AraseoOK
Zara858 wrote: Fri Jan 19, 2024 7:12 am In my opinion, investing is a proactive and thoughtful approach to building financial stability and wealth, while gambling is often more about chance and entertainment.
in my opinion you should Emphasize that investing is involves thorough research and analysis unlike in gambling where outcomes are often based on chance also you should be carefully study the companies and market trends so you can have peaceful financial data before making decisions.

Re: How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Sat Feb 10, 2024 10:53 am
by universe1540sn
Zara858 wrote: Fri Jan 19, 2024 7:12 am In my opinion, investing is a proactive and thoughtful approach to building financial stability and wealth, while gambling is often more about chance and entertainment.
Absolutely agree! Investing is all about strategic decision-making based on research and analysis, aiming for long-term financial growth and stability. It involves thoughtful planning and a calculated approach to managing risks and maximizing returns. On the other hand, gambling tends to rely more on chance and luck, often driven by short-term excitement or entertainment rather than long-term financial goals.

Re: How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Tue Feb 13, 2024 3:04 am
by Honeyberry
For me, investing in stocks is like picking good companies after doing some homework, while gambling is just hoping for luck to be on your side.

Re: How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Wed Feb 14, 2024 4:08 pm
by universe34555u
Zara858 wrote: Fri Jan 19, 2024 7:12 am In my opinion, investing is a proactive and thoughtful approach to building financial stability and wealth, while gambling is often more about chance and entertainment.
When it comes to investing in stocks, it's all about strategic analysis, careful planning, and making informed decisions based on company fundamentals and market trends. This is completely different from the random chance involved in gambling.

Re: How do you explain to someone that investing in the stock market is not gambling?

Posted: Wed Feb 14, 2024 10:42 pm
by iamluna
Zara858 wrote: Fri Jan 19, 2024 7:12 am In my opinion, investing is a proactive and thoughtful approach to building financial stability and wealth, while gambling is often more about chance and entertainment.
while both investing and gambling involve taking risks, investing is generally seen as a more calculated and disciplined approach to managing one's finances, with the goal of achieving long-term financial security and growth.