Diary of a Private Investor

It is important to bear in mind that every trade costs money, and trading too frequently can eat into our overall returns

With cash, we can easily position our portfolios to capture opportunities as and when they arise

For one thing, putting money into firms in the sector would ensure that they are around when we need them

This strategy is predicated on humility

Instead of second-guessing where share prices will land, focus on the income that a portfolio can generate

We should not hang onto businesses that are losing ground to competitors, slipping into cash flow problems and generally showing signs of distress

Investing in the markets is one way to beat inflation, and the US tariffs will no doubt be inflationary

First, build a solid portfolio. Next, invest little and often, and stay in for the long game. Also, accept that you won’t be right all the time

Building a well-diversified portfolio could be a good place to start