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The 4% rule should be interpreted carefully as it relates to absolute amounts rather than percentage changes. If Apple doubles, it has a significant impact on the total value of the stock market, but it is 'only' a 100% return. Many mid-cap companies can increase tenfold without much impact on the overall market. The study also looks at how many stocks beat the t-bill percentage-wise, and that is much higher than 4%.
Thanks for your reply, I don't think it's a rule, it's an observation. And I agree with your comments although the 4% still holds if you think in absolute terms.
The 4% rule should be interpreted carefully as it relates to absolute amounts rather than percentage changes. If Apple doubles, it has a significant impact on the total value of the stock market, but it is 'only' a 100% return. Many mid-cap companies can increase tenfold without much impact on the overall market. The study also looks at how many stocks beat the t-bill percentage-wise, and that is much higher than 4%.
Thanks for your reply, I don't think it's a rule, it's an observation. And I agree with your comments although the 4% still holds if you think in absolute terms.
In the performance comparison at the beginning, it's not clear for me which one is for Anchor. Can you add a legend to the graph?
You are completely right
- Blue: My portfolio of Best Anchor Stocks
- Green: S&P 500 (SPY)
- Yellow: Nasdaq (QQQ)
Sorry for that!