Economists are divided on whether stocks for retirees are a good investment. Some believe that they are because of the length of retirement (often 20 yrs. or more) needs more growth to a retirees' portfolio. Others believe that since earning power is much less or gone (no paycheck) that stocks are too risky to recover from losses.

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I think that at a certain age, it may be wise to get assistance and that would be the only reason I would say yes.

Great question!

Good point Dianne. Thanks for sharing.

Stocks are more for long term investing but you are never too old to invest in options! Other short term methods like shorting a stock can be used too.

Thanks for sharing Julie.

It is true that stocks are more longer term investments.

However, I would not recommend options or shorting stocks, especially when a retiree. Options/shorting stocks are tricky and too often result in extra fees and losses.

In my opinion, options and shorting stocks are best left to the Wall Street pros.