1) To offset inflation
Even though inflation is much less noticeable today, it is important to remember that this has not always been the case. For example, the consumer price index, the best indicator of the overall evolution of prices in Belgium, increased by more than 16% between early 2021 and 2023. In other words, the purchasing power of €1,000 in 2021 was only €861 in 2023.
"}},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"2) To grow your capital
The low interest rates of the past years have caused your savings to stagnate. For this reason more people are investing part of their capital. Investing offers a potentially high return in the long term.
3) To build your wealth
Recurring investments allow you to build up capital gradually, at your own pace.
4) To earn additional income
Whether you need extra income now or at a specific time, you can use part of your capital for this purpose by investing in distribution investments.
5) To contribute to economic growth
By investing, you help finance business projects and have a positive impact, directly or indirectly, on the economy.
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