Importance of investment
Due to
inflation,
$1.00 today
Can buy less
things in the
future,
It is worth less.
Investment
returns =
maintaining
value or
growing
wealth
The Principal $$$ is working
Producing income
Interest ; dividend; capital gains
The rate of return can be positive
Preserves the value of the principal over time
Exceeds inflation > increased value
Be mindful of the risk --
seek professional advice