However shares do offer the potential for greater returns than other investment sectors. You can do this in two ways. Spread your shares across a number of different companies in different industries. Remember the old adage, don t hold all your eggs in one basket . Second, use time.
Shares carry greater risk of negative returns over the short term.
However the longer you hold your shares the more certain you can become that your shares will provide a stronger return than other investments. The figures demonstrate this. Look at the graph . You can see how shares outperform the other major types of investment if given a little time. You will probably want to keep an eye on all your investments.