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Stocks or bonds — what to choose?

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Stocks: a share in a company, high growth potential, high risk, volatility. For long-term goals (10+ years). Bonds: debt of a company/government, fixed income, low risk. For conservative goals, cushions. The balance depends on age and goals: 100 minus age = % stocks (simplified rule).

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