I would always advise young people to follow their star - not my star. They have to live their own life. If they decide they want to go into the investment business, do it, but make it a better business than it is today.
John C. BogleRead
The miracle of compounding returns has been overwhelmed by the tyranny of compounding costs.
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What this quote means
Bogle highlights the importance of managing costs in investing, as they can significantly erode returns over time.
In this quote, John C. Bogle emphasizes how the powerful effects of compounding returns on investments can be easily negated by the rising burden of compounding costs. This serves as a caution to investors, pointing out that while returns can grow exponentially over time, excessive costs can diminish those benefits and lead to poorer financial outcomes. Hence, it is essential to keep investment costs low to maximize the benefits of compounding.
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During a financial seminar, I shared Bogle's quote to underscore the significance of cost management in investments.
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