2025-12-25 11:22:08

As 2024 is coming to an end, many people are starting to review their accounts to see how much they earned this year. The market has indeed been strong, and everyone's profit reports look good, which is a positive sign.

That said, an interesting phenomenon is that some people like to compare their returns with others. This mindset is quite normal, but it can easily lead people astray. Constant comparison can make one’s mentality restless, and some even pursue unrealistic return rates, ultimately shooting themselves in the foot.

In fact, what’s truly worth spending time on is not who earned more this year, but which investment logic can help you achieve long-term, stable profits. Gains driven by luck or chance are impossible to replicate. Only by finding methods and strategies that suit you can you continue to make steady profits, and your investment experience will be much better.

The recent trading days’ market performance is also worth noting. On December 24th, the market first rose then fell back, with the Shanghai Composite Index closing up 0.53%, the ChiNext Index up 0.77%, and the total trading volume reaching 1.90 trillion yuan.

Looking at various sectors, the performance was mixed, but overall there was a broad increase. However, domestic consumption showed some signs of weakness. Technology, led by artificial intelligence, rose 0.62%. Resources and metals performed well, up 0.42%. Dividend sectors also did okay, with low-volatility dividend stocks up 0.10%. In contrast, consumer dividends slightly declined. This kind of divergence is quite normal, indicating that the market is restructuring, and investors need to adjust their strategies accordingly.

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GasFeePhobia

· 7h ago

When it comes to returns, it's easiest to get caught up in the hype. Last year, earning 30%, and this year insisting on chasing 50%, ended up getting trapped. Have you heard? Relying on luck to make money will eventually have to be paid back with principal. This is not just empty talk. The consumer sector is surprisingly sluggish, and AI is still causing trouble. The market structure adjustment seems to be aiming to shake off retail investors. Finding your own logical approach is more important than anything else. Don't be led by the market trend, or you'll only have tears when you review your accounts at the end of the year. Impulsive people are most likely to chase highs and sell lows. Seeing others' accounts in the green makes it hard to sit still, and that's the beginning of losing money. Long-term stable profits sound easy, but few can actually hold on. Most people want to get rich overnight. Non-ferrous metals are doing okay, at least some people are seriously bottom-fishing, which is better than those dreaming of unrealistic returns.

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SpeakWithHatOn

· 7h ago

Honestly, chasing returns is boring. I made some profit this year, but there's nothing to boast about. A steady mindset is the key; don't be brainwashed by stories of getting rich overnight. AI is on a good rise, but consumer stocks are underperforming. I need to readjust my strategy. If luck plays too big a role, there's no point in reviewing. Finding your own approach is the fundamental.

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pumpamentalist

· 8h ago

That's right, the market has been pretty good this year, but don't get too obsessed with returns, it's easy to get carried away. The key to making money is whether you can replicate it; luck doesn't count. AI is still top-notch, but the consumer sector has indeed cooled down, so you need to adjust your mindset. But on the other hand, long-term steady returns are not that easy to find.

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BlockchainBard

· 8h ago

You are right, being overly aggressive with targets can easily lead to failure. I've seen people who made several times their investment last year, only to lose it all in a direct all-in this year—luck is not the same as ability. --- Long-term stable compound interest is the true way, but most people just can't hold on and have to chase those impossible returns. --- The cooling of consumer spending is indeed interesting. How did it suddenly drop after such intense hype? The market is so unpredictable. --- AI's gains are outperforming other sectors. Now someone will go all-in on AI again. The cyclical nature really can't be cured for these people. --- It's easy to speak nicely, but you need your own logic. Following the trend always ends up as cannon fodder. --- What’s the use of earning a lot last year if you lose it all this year? I've seen quite a few cases like that. --- It seems like the consumer sector needs to take a break. Funds are reorienting, just follow the trend.

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