Complete newb question

[Stork]

Sorry if this has been asked before, I'm sure it has, but I don't know all the fancy market lingo so I wouldn't know how to search for this.

I have $2000 I want to invest because I'm sick of online poker. What is the best way to invest this money for optimal return with minimal risk? Thanks.

[Paluka]

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Sorry if this has been asked before, I'm sure it has, but I don't know all the fancy market lingo so I wouldn't know how to search for this.

I have $2000 I want to invest because I'm sick of online poker. What is the best way to invest this money for optimal return with minimal risk? Thanks.

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Risk and return are inversely related.

[Stork]

ok... how about, what's the best way to invest if I want a <20% chance of going broke, and if I want a <5% chance?

[JTrout]

Put half in WMT, and half in GE. and never sell it.

[Sniper]

Stick the money in an index fund, and start reading/learning about the markets.

[Peter666]

Not really. Value investing has proven to be a less riskier way to invest and provides superior returns in the long run.