Invest for the Long Term - Risk Management

Activity Description

In this engaging activity, students will do a share price analysis of a company called Chipotle Mexican Grill, whose historical share prices have seen fluctuations over time. The primary objective of this activity is to empower students with a profound understanding of the benefits associated with long-term investment strategies. By analyzing share price data and engaging in thoughtful review questions, students will discover how investments can evolve over time, with periods of fluctuation eventually leading to potential growth.

This activity encourages students to think beyond short-term market fluctuations and appreciate the value of patience and persistence in the realm of investing.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Investment Patience: Students will understand the importance of being patient and persistent in their investment strategies, recognizing that short-term fluctuations are a normal part of the market.
• Data Interpretation: Students will gain skills in analyzing and interpreting historical share price data, applying these skills to real-world investment scenarios.
• Informed Decision Making: By reflecting on their analysis, students will be better equipped to make informed decisions about their own investment strategies in the future.

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Learning Objective

In this worksheet activity, students will analyze the share price of Chipotle Mexican Grill from 2015 to 2023. By examining the graphical data and answering the questions, they will observe that selling shares within a short time frame could have resulted in losses, whereas holding the shares for several years would have yielded significant profits. This activity reinforces the concept that long-term investing can mitigate risks and enhance returns, emphasizing the value of patience and sustained investment strategies.

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