The objective of this IQP is to compare the general effectiveness of common investment options and the success of longer-term versus short-term investment strategies. In the course of this, we will develop a better understanding of the working of the current stock market and of proper trading practice. Although there is inherent risk in investing in the stock market, this
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project will increase our knowledge so that we will have the option to invest with better odds in the future. We hope our final report will give the audience a background on our chosen industry and the beginnings of stock trading in the United States. We also hope that it will improve their knowledge of trading strategies and commonly used tools.