Should You Really Invest in the Stock Market Right Now? History Offers a Clear Answer

While the S&P 500 and Nasdaq have more than doubled since 2023 and the Shiller CAPE ratio has reached levels not seen since the dot-com bubble, the article argues that market timing is ineffective. Instead, consistent regular investing—even at market highs—historically delivers strong results, with studies showing steady investors achieve returns nearly as good as perfect market timers.