International investing: Why market timing doesn't work- Vanguard

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Without a crystal ball, timing the markets successfully is almost impossible—even for the professionals. Chris Philips of Vanguard's Investment Strategy Group and Beth Orford of Vanguard Flagship Services® explain why holding a long-term, broadly diversified investment portfolio can be a better option.


March 9, 2009 is lowest time in the market.

Next month, next year

First month 20%

Market timing is difficult.

It is extremely difficult to time the market.