Time To Make Long-Term Bet On Equities? - Economist Weekly

Clare’s college, one of Cambridge University’s oldest seats of learning, recently made a very interesting move. They borrowed £15m for 40 years to invest in stocks. They are planning to invest in equities, betting markets are the best investments in the long term.

Is it a good move?

It is a very common idea that equities and markets are very good if you don’t try to time them. Many studies have shown their effectiveness creating value over long term cycles. Buttonwood tries to answer the question and shares his insight in the following article: A Cambridge college’s Investment Gambit.

Good read !