Add to that, too much misinformation, either deliberate or as a result of an agenda or a sloppy job of research. The public is being besieged by a constant flow of verbiage from a wide range of sources, including such diverse entities as historical media and influencers.
All of this places investors in a difficult position, who or what to believe in attempting to formulate a portfolio strategy. Search engines can be helpful but the process tends to be time consuming.
For many investors, a better approach might be conferring with their advisor(s), who may be able to provide insights based on experience and a robust research capability.
Remember, if it seems to be too good to be true, it probably is.
All comments and suggestions are welcome.
Walter J. Kirchberger, CFA
