The primary meaning of “INVESTMENT” is akin to “SAVING,” not merely aiming for “PROFIT/INTEREST.” a. “LONG-TERM” investment is like becoming the “OWNER” of an asset/stock. b. “SHORT-TERM” investment is like becoming a “TRADER” of an asset/stock.
For “LONG-TERM” investment, choose stocks categorized as “BIG CAP/BLUE CHIP” from large and strong companies or groups of companies. a. The stock will be safe as a “LONG-TERM” investment. b. The stock can be used as trading material/bought and sold. c. Since this is a “LONG-TERM” investment, choose stocks from companies or groups of companies that, at minimum, have a positive impact on the environment/country where you reside/live, even if only slightly/minimally.
For “SHORT-TERM” investment, choose stocks that have “VOLATILITY,” whether high or medium. a. Because “PROFIT & RISK” go hand-in-hand with the level of “VOLATILITY.” b. Although high “VOLATILITY” often occurs only in stocks of medium-sized/growth companies or small/penny stocks, it is still possible to find it in “BIG CAP/BLUE CHIP” companies. c. It is very risky because medium-sized/growth companies or small/penny stocks have a high potential for bankruptcy.