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the action or process of investing money for profit or material result
The company announced a $500 million investment in renewable energy.
The company committed $500 million to fund projects in clean energy.
Real estate is often considered a safe investment.
Buying property is typically viewed as a low-risk way to grow wealth.
In finance, investment refers to purchasing assets (stocks, bonds, property) with the expectation of generating income or appreciation.
a thing that is worth buying because it may be profitable or useful in the future
The new software is a smart investment for our team.
The new software will likely save time and improve productivity.
Commonly used in business contexts to describe purchases expected to yield long-term benefits.
the process of devoting time, effort, or energy to a particular undertaking with the expectation of a worthwhile result
His investment in learning French paid off when he moved to Paris.
His dedication to studying French led to a successful relocation.
Used metaphorically to describe non-financial commitments.
An expense (e.g., buying groceries) provides immediate value, while an investment (e.g., education) aims to provide future benefits. Ask: 'Will this create value over time?'
Spread investments across different asset classes (stocks, bonds, real estate) to reduce risk. Never put all resources into one venture.
Some investments (e.g., stocks) can be sold quickly, while others (e.g., real estate) take time. Match investment type to your timeline.
From Latin 'investire' (to clothe), from 'in-' (into) + 'vestire' (to dress). Originally referred to the act of surrounding a place with troops (16th century). Financial sense emerged in the 17th century, referring to putting capital into a venture.
Commonly used in financial contexts but can describe any commitment of resources (time, money, energy) for future benefit. Always implies an expectation of return or benefit, though the return may not always be financial.