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		sgerenser on Dec 15, 2024 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Crystal Ball Trading Game Well that was kinda fun. Turned $1M into $4.5M, mostly just from a few big bets then playing it safe otherwise. Of course in real life I’m 100% index funds since unfortunately I don’t get tomorrows news.

brcmthrowaway on Dec 15, 2024 [–]

Which index funds?

bdangubic on Dec 15, 2024 | [–]

Stocks:

VBTLX VFIDX VFSUX VTI VXUS

Bonds: BND BNDX

Buy and forget if you just want to play it safe

sgerenser on Dec 16, 2024 | | [–]

Pretty much, for me it’s mostly VTI and BND. In about a 70/30 ratio right now, although I vary it a bit based on market conditions and interest rates.

brcmthrowaway on Dec 17, 2024 | | [–]

What is your algorithm for adjustment?

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