By Investment U Research Team Speculation and investment are two words that, on the surface, are contradictory in the world of finance. Speculation involves taking a chance on something you think will pay off. It’s a high-risk, high-reward gamble for those with a strong appetite for risk. An investment is something you anticipate holding for the long term. On the whole, investments appreciate and build wealth. So, what is a speculative investment?
Despite the dissonance between the two root terms, a speculative investment is something very common in the world of finance. To understand it fully takes a clear understanding of short- vs. long-term investments, and …read more
