25-year $500 monthly ETF investment could yield $500,000, compared to a $292,867 CD return.

An investor can grow a $500 monthly investment into $500,000 over 25 years by using an index-tracking ETF like the Invesco QQQ Trust. While a 5% annual return from a certificate of deposit (CD) would yield around $292,867, the ETF's historical compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1% could result in approximately $536,981. This illustrates the advantages of long-term stock market investments over conservative savings options.

September 21, 2024
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