Investment: "Even a pensioner can handle 100 percent stocks"
Martin Weber has been researching investor behavior for decades. In an interview, he explains what is important when setting up a portfolio and what misconceptions investors should not subscribe to.
Financial expert Martin Weber discusses investing in stocks and bonds, citing that many people are hesitant due to complexity. According to the German Aktieninstitut, only one in six Germans invests in stocks directly or through funds. Weber suggests a simple portfolio with two-thirds stocks and one-third bonds as a good starting point, but emphasizes that investment goals and risk tolerance should determine asset allocation.
He also advises against trying to find the best funds or stocks, instead recommending investing with the market to build wealth over time. Weber stresses the importance of diversification, but notes that an overly complex portfolio is not necessary for most investors.
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