{"id":14819,"date":"2022-08-11T11:44:32","date_gmt":"2022-08-11T06:14:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/?p=14819"},"modified":"2022-08-11T11:44:32","modified_gmt":"2022-08-11T06:14:32","slug":"what-is-return-on-equity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Return On Equity?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" area-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-69e7ddae4b323\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: 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href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#Return_On_Equity_ROE\" title=\"Return On Equity (ROE)\">Return On Equity (ROE)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#Return_On_Equity_Ratio_Formula\" title=\"Return On Equity Ratio Formula\">Return On Equity Ratio Formula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#The_Importance_Of_The_Return_On_Equity_ROE_Ratio\" title=\"The Importance Of The Return On Equity (ROE) Ratio\">The Importance Of The Return On Equity (ROE) Ratio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#Return_on_Investment_ROI\" title=\"Return on Investment (ROI)\">Return on Investment (ROI)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#The_Difference_Between_Return_On_Investment_ROI_And_Return_on_EquityROE\" title=\"The Difference Between Return On Investment (ROI) And Return on Equity(ROE)\">The Difference Between Return On Investment (ROI) And Return on Equity(ROE)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#What_Is_Debt_To_Equity_Ratio\" title=\"What Is Debt To Equity Ratio?\">What Is Debt To Equity Ratio?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#What_does_a_high_ROE_indicate_about_a_company_or_organization\" title=\"What does a high ROE indicate about a company or organization?\">What does a high ROE indicate about a company or organization?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#How_can_ROE_be_used_to_compare_companies\" title=\"How can ROE be used to compare companies?\">How can ROE be used to compare companies?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#Is_it_possible_for_the_ROE_of_a_company_to_be_negative\" title=\"Is it possible for the ROE of a company to be negative?\">Is it possible for the ROE of a company to be negative?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#What_role_does_ROE_play_in_analyzing_the_financial_growth_of_a_company\" title=\"What role does ROE play in analyzing the financial growth of a company?\">What role does ROE play in analyzing the financial growth of a company?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#How_exactly_does_the_DuPont_formula_function\" title=\"How exactly does the DuPont formula function?\">How exactly does the DuPont formula function?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/what-is-return-on-equity\/#Interested_in_how_we_think_about_the_markets\" title=\"Interested in how we think about the markets?\">Interested in how we think about the markets?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>&#8220;Equity&#8221; signifies the amount of ownership an investor has in a company. It is the share of the money that an investor has invested in a company. As a result, the return on equity (ROE) ratio denotes a company&#8217;s capacity to return profits to its shareholders. Investors should always conduct research on a company&#8217;s history and future prospects. This can be accomplished by identifying trends in the company&#8217;s financial performance using numerous measures of profitability. The return on equity is one such measure. ROE indicates how efficiently a company utilizes shareholder funds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/fixed-deposit\/all\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-14483 size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/fd-blog-01-1-1024x334.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/fd-blog-01-1-1024x334.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/fd-blog-01-1-300x98.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/fd-blog-01-1-768x250.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/fd-blog-01-1-150x49.jpg 150w, https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/fd-blog-01-1.jpg 1080w\" alt=\"kuvera-fixed-deposit-online\" width=\"640\" height=\"209\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Return_On_Equity_ROE\"><\/span>Return On Equity (ROE)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Return on Equity (ROE) is a financial ratio that compares a company&#8217;s net profit to its total shareholder equity. There are different sources of shareholder equity. The money that was originally invested in the company is the original and primary source. The second source is retained earnings, which a company can accumulate through its operations over time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Essentially, it indicates how much profit a company generates for each rupee invested by shareholders. It is typically expressed as a percentage. A special class of investors known as preferred shareholders is not taken into account when calculating ROE. The preference shareholders are guaranteed a fixed dividend payment each year.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Return_On_Equity_Ratio_Formula\"><\/span>Return On Equity Ratio Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For investors, ROE is a crucial metric for assessing profitable investment opportunities. Generally, companies with a higher ROE attract more investors because it indicates that they are more effective at retaining profits from shareholders&#8217; equity. Investors calculate return on equity using the ROE formula, which gives a workable idea of a company&#8217;s profit generation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Return on Equity = Net Income\u200b\u200b \/ Shareholders Equity<\/pre>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Net Income<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">(Net Income = Total Revenue -Total Expenses)<\/pre>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The amount of profits left after deducting the net cost value of expenses from revenue for a specific time period is known as net income. The net income for the required financial year can be found on the income or profit-and-loss statement for that year. The rise and fall of the ROE ratio is directly influenced by net income. Net income will be high if there is higher revenue and lower costs, or if revenue is high and the costs are consistent.\u00a0 A higher and more favorable ROE ratio would be produced if the net income was higher. Similarly, declining revenues and rising costs could result in a decline in net income or even losses. The ROE will be very low if the net income is lower than the shareholders&#8217; equity.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shareholders Equity<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">(Shareholder\u2019s Equity = Total Assets - Total Liabilities)<\/pre>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>By subtracting the total value of a company&#8217;s liabilities from its total value of assets, shareholders&#8217; equity can be determined. Total assets and total liabilities for a period can be found on the balance sheet of a company. It is the difference between a company&#8217;s total assets and total liabilities.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The above formula is valid if the company has no preferred stock. If there is a preferred stock, the preferred stockholders&#8217; equity is subtracted from the total shareholders&#8217; equity to determine the total common shareholders&#8217; equity. A decrease in average shareholders&#8217; equity would result in an increase in ROE, whereas an increase in equity would result in a decrease in ROE.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ROE is a simple metric for measuring investment returns. A company&#8217;s competitive advantage may be identified by comparing its ROE with the industry average. It may also shed light on the way in which management of the company is using financing from equity to grow the business. A sustainable and rising ROE over time may indicate that a company is competent at generating shareholder value because it knows how to reinvest its profits wisely in order to boost productivity and profits. In contrast, a declining ROE may indicate that management is making poor decisions regarding capital reinvestment in unproductive assets.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_Of_The_Return_On_Equity_ROE_Ratio\"><\/span>The Importance Of The Return On Equity (ROE) Ratio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Investors must understand the reasons for the company&#8217;s expansion and other factors that contribute to its profitability. This is why they should consider using different metrics. The ROE provides insight into the company&#8217;s capital asset utilization. Investors must know whether capital is being utilized effectively or not.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is crucial information for investors. Companies that make sound financial decisions achieve great success. Even under adverse conditions, they have a greater chance of success. As investors profit when a company succeeds, ROE can be a useful metric. Prior to making any investment decisions, an investor must understand how to evaluate and compare the ROE of multiple companies. It is also advisable to examine the company&#8217;s ROE patterns over time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Higher Return on Equity (ROE) Ratio<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A greater ROE signifies that the company generates higher earnings with the same amount of resources. The company&#8217;s income and expenditures determine this profit or earnings. A rising ROE indicates that the company is earning more with the same capital. This indicates that capital is being utilized efficiently. Therefore, the ROE may provide insight into the company&#8217;s growth potential.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Companies with a high return on investment are more effective at retaining earnings. The retained earnings of any business can be used as a source of capital. When a business retains its earnings and reinvests them as working capital, it reduces its dependence on debt. An investor should annually examine the retained earnings and return on equity of a company. If the company is profitable and the ROE is increasing, this indicates that the company is producing revenue from the retained earnings.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Negative Return on Equity (ROE) Ratio<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A company may have negative shareholder equity during periods of positive net income returns as a result of liabilities exceeding assets. In such a case, the ROE calculated by the formula will be negative.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It is essential to remember that a low ROE does not necessarily indicate a company&#8217;s downfall. However, it should serve as a warning to proceed with great caution. In the majority of instances, a negative ROE indicates that the organization is experiencing issues with debt, asset retention, or both.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Return_on_Investment_ROI\"><\/span>Return on Investment (ROI)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Each investment has a specific objective. Examining potential returns is one method of determining whether the investment is meeting its objective. Understanding the potential returns will aid in deciding whether to invest in the asset class or not. Examining the asset&#8217;s historical return on investment will help investors determine its performance trend.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Investments are regarded as excellent choices when they produce the expected returns. ROI is applicable to both equity and fixed income assets. This ratio measures profitability. ROI can be used to compare investments. The use of ROI enables portfolio optimization and the understanding of an investment return.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The ROI\u00a0 formula is simple and straightforward. ROI is a percentage increase or decrease in the value of the investment. Usually, the following methods are used to calculate the return on investment:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Net Income Method<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Net income ROI = (Net Return on Investment\/Cost of Investment)*100<\/pre>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Annualized ROI<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Annualized ROI = [(1+ROI)^1\/n \u2013 1]*100%, where n is the number of time periods (in years) the investment is held.<\/pre>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The return on investment has gained a lot of popularity in capital purchases, investments, corporate decisions, and venture capital investments. For business decisions, return on investment is the ratio of net returns over total investment costs. For investment purposes, ROI measures theh, increase in investment value as a percentage of the initial investment. Similarly, return on investment measures the increase in value of an investment for <a href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/mutual-funds\/all\">mutual funds<\/a>. In other words, it measures an investment&#8217;s profitability.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The ROI is expressed as a percentage. The ROI may be negative or positive. In other words, the return on investment can be either positive or negative. When the ROI is positive, it indicates that the total returns are greater than the initial investment. If ROI is negative, however, the total returns are lower than the initial investment. A positive ROI indicates a profitable portfolio, whereas a negative ROI indicates losses.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Difference_Between_Return_On_Investment_ROI_And_Return_on_EquityROE\"><\/span>The Difference Between Return On Investment (ROI) And Return on Equity(ROE)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ROE and ROI are two distinct ratios that have different meanings for investors and business executives. Each provides a unique perspective on a company&#8217;s financial health, enabling investors to make informed financial decisions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>ROI is a crucial indicator that enables investors to evaluate the profitability of a specific investment. Investors frequently use ROI to compare the returns of various investments prior to making investment decisions. Additionally, it helps in better financial portfolio management for investors. In contrast, ROE is a financial ratio that measures the profitability\/performance of a company in relation to equity. In other words, ROE measures the efficiency with which management generates profits from the company&#8217;s assets.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Although both are the most useful performance metrics for assessing the profitability of a business or investment, they cannot be used interchangeably. A company&#8217;s ROI is a performance metric that assesses a company&#8217;s profitability in relation to its assets, allowing investors to determine how well or poorly the company is doing. ROI indicates whether investors have made a good investment, a poor investment, or an excellent investment. ROE is an additional profitability metric that evaluates a company&#8217;s performance with regard to its shareholders&#8217; equity. ROE is one of the most essential metrics for determining a company&#8217;s and its management&#8217;s effectiveness.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Debt_To_Equity_Ratio\"><\/span>What Is Debt To Equity Ratio?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The debt to equity ratio assesses the riskiness of a company&#8217;s financial structure by comparing its total debt to its total equity. The ratio represents the proportions of debt and equity financing utilized by a company. Investors keep a close eye on it because it can indicate a company&#8217;s inability to meet its financial obligations. Regardless of the reason for debt consumption, if a company&#8217;s cash flows are insufficient to cover recurring debt obligations, the results can be fatal.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The debt-to-equity ratio evaluates a company&#8217;s debt in relation to its net assets. A high D\/E ratio is often correlated with high risk. Usually, it indicates that a company relied on debt to fund its expansion.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_high_ROE_indicate_about_a_company_or_organization\"><\/span>What does a high ROE indicate about a company or organization?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Usually, companies with a high ROE know how to make the most of their shareholders&#8217; money.\u00a0 It is a great idea to invest in a company that can consistently generate a high ROE over time, as the profits generally will continue to increase due to intelligent financial management. Typically, companies with a high ROE perform exceptionally well at maintaining earnings. Retained earnings can be used as a source of capital by any company. When a company retains its earnings and reinvests them as working capital, it eliminates the need for debt and the company is no longer subject to interest costs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Each year, as an investor, you should evaluate the retained earnings and return on equity of the company. If the company is profitable and the ROE is increasing, it indicates that the company is generating revenue from retained earnings. Companies with a high return on equity have an advantage over their competitors because they can protect their long-term earnings and control their market share.\u00a0 Such companies can earn long-term profits and reinvest them to maintain cash flow.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_ROE_be_used_to_compare_companies\"><\/span>How can ROE be used to compare companies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>One disadvantage of the ROE calculation is that it cannot be used to compare companies from different sectors. However, it remains a useful tool for comparing the performance of companies within the same sector. Every sector has a median return on equity, which is determined by averaging the returns of all companies within the sector. Using the average ROE as a benchmark, the performance of peer companies can then be compared.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_possible_for_the_ROE_of_a_company_to_be_negative\"><\/span>Is it possible for the ROE of a company to be negative?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Yes. Although investors rarely calculate ROE for firms with negative net income because the return is zero. However, even if a company&#8217;s net income increases, it&#8217;s still possible that its shareholder equity may be negative as a result of liabilities exceeding assets. In such a case, the ROE determined by the formula will be negative.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Due to the unpredictability of the <a href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/explore\/stocks\/c\/all\">stock market<\/a>, you must exercise extreme caution when making financial decisions. It&#8217;s also important to remember that no single indicator can be the best tool for analyzing fundamentals. It is not a flawless method for determining whether or not to invest in a company. Prior to making any investment decisions, it is best to evaluate every aspect of the company.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_role_does_ROE_play_in_analyzing_the_financial_growth_of_a_company\"><\/span>What role does ROE play in analyzing the financial growth of a company?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Using the ROE formula, one can compare the financial growth of a company over time by calculating the return on equity. It indicates whether or not the company is growing steadily. Investors can track the performance of management by comparing ROEs from different time periods.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_exactly_does_the_DuPont_formula_function\"><\/span>How exactly does the DuPont formula function?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Numerous investors find the DuPont model useful for calculating a company&#8217;s ROE and identifying the factors that contribute to a high or low ROE. The DuPont method is used to determine ROE, which measures a company&#8217;s total profit margin in relation to its sales turnover and financial leverage.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<pre>ROE = (Net Income\/Sales Revenue) x (Sales Revenue\/Total Firm Assets) x (Total Firm Assets\/Shareholder Equity)<\/pre>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The results from this method are identical to those from the traditional return on equity method, but it is more useful for investors who want to analyze a company&#8217;s performance and identify its positive aspects of it.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interested_in_how_we_think_about_the_markets\"><\/span>Interested in how we think about the markets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Read more:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kuvera.in\/blog\/category\/zen-and-the-art-of-investing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Zen And The Art Of Investing<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Watch\/hear on YouTube:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<style>.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }<\/style>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/y3pRNN_SZy8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Start investing through a platform that brings goal planning and investing to your fingertips. 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