How long could a downturn last? Surveying dozens of recessions around the globe, the IMF survey says that the combination of lower home values and stock prices, coupled with a credit contraction, could extend economic doldrums to three years, compared with less than one year for the typical recession. Why? Partly because it takes a while for consumers to realize their predicament, then even longer to start splurging again.

Puluhan riset menunjukkan bahwa hanya sedikit investor yg sanggup mengalahkan return market dalam jangka panjang. Ini disebabkan utk menjadi 20% itu diperlukan bukan hanya skill (fundamental analysis) yang mantap, namun juga factor mental psikologis yang matang.

When you finish reading this article, you may find the reason why U.S invaded Iraq, why U.S President hate Iran and Venezuela, and why the oil price continue to soar. You may change the way you invest.

Judul di atas saya kutip dari Majalah Investor edisi Mei 2008. AXA Group melakukan survey dengan responden 18.200 orang di 26 negara, termasuk Singapura, Vietnam, dan Filipina. Berdasarkan survey tsb, diketahui bahwa 65% pensiunan Indonesia tidak mampu mencukupi kebutuhan sehari-hari. Salah satu sebabnya menurut Eddy Praptono (bukan saudara saya, melainkan Ketua Umum Asosiasi Dana […]