Jake spent the next few days in a haze. After the strange encounter with the Investment System, every moment, every movement felt different, as though the world was waiting for him to take his first step. The $10,000 felt like both an opportunity that could change his life and a heavy burden on his shoulders.
Jake knew all too well what it meant to be poor. He'd learned early on that everything in the world boiled down to money—without it, nothing had meaning. The Investment System had given him a chance to change his life, but the pressure of this opportunity, and the fear of failure, was eating him up inside.
For a while, he spent his time just staring at the computer screen in his bedroom. His thoughts were suffocating him, and he kept reviewing every detail, trying to figure out the right decision. "I can't make a mistake," he whispered to himself, taking a deep breath. "I can do this. I have to trust myself."
Then, the voice of the Investment System echoed again in his mind, cold and monotonous:"Every decision you make will determine your future. Make wise choices."
Jake thought for a moment. The options were overwhelming, but the more options there were, the harder it became to decide. What sector should he focus on? No one was going to show him the way. It was just him... and maybe the voice in his head.
The voice repeated:"Here are 10 companies you can invest in."
Jake leaned closer to the computer screen, carefully examining the options. He considered the potential of each company, weighed the risks, and went over everything again. This decision could change his life.
1. Tesla Inc. (TSLA)Tesla, the leader in the electric vehicle market, had been growing rapidly in recent years. However, its stock was volatile and risky.Expected monthly return: 10-15%.
2. Apple Inc. (AAPL)Apple, a solid player in the tech world, appeared to be a safer investment. But its growth potential seemed more limited compared to others.Expected monthly return: 5-8%.
3. Microsoft Corp. (MSFT)Microsoft, a major player in software and cloud services, was steadily growing.Expected monthly return: 6-10%.
4. Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)The world's largest e-commerce giant, Amazon, had been growing steadily in recent years.Expected monthly return: 7-12%.
5. Nvidia Corp. (NVDA)Nvidia, a chip manufacturer, had high demand in the fields of artificial intelligence and gaming. Its stock was volatile, but the potential was huge.Expected monthly return: 8-14%.
6. Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL)Alphabet, the parent company of Google, was growing in advertising, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.Expected monthly return: 5-9%.
7. Square, Inc. (SQ)Square, a fintech company revolutionizing payment systems, was growing rapidly.Expected monthly return: 6-11%.
8. Shopify Inc. (SHOP)Shopify, an e-commerce platform, had been expanding rapidly as the number of online businesses increased.Expected monthly return: 7-13%.
9. Adobe Inc. (ADBE)Adobe, the leader in creative software, was indispensable to designers and artists.Expected monthly return: 5-7%.
10. Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)Palantir, a big player in data analytics and software, had strong growth but was a highly volatile stock.Expected monthly return: 6-12%.
Jake took another long look at the options. Each one had its advantages and risks. Some companies seemed safer, but their returns were smaller. Others were riskier, but their potential rewards could be enormous. Tesla, for instance, was driving a technological revolution. Amazon and Microsoft were more stable, but their growth seemed limited. Which one was the right choice?
His gaze landed on Tesla. Electric vehicles were the future, and Tesla was the leader in that field. Yes, it was a risky investment, but the potential reward was huge. His gut told him to go for it. So, he made his decision.
He clicked on the screen and selected Tesla Inc. (TSLA). His heart began to race, but a sense of relief washed over him. However, that sense of relief didn't last long because now he had only one thing left to do: wait.
Days passed. Tesla's stock fluctuated, rising on some days and falling on others. Jake checked his phone constantly, watching the ups and downs, feeling his heart race with every shift in the stock price. Some days, anxiety gripped him, but other days, excitement filled him. It was the most important decision of his life, and every moment felt like a high-stakes game.
As the end of the month drew near, Jake woke up one morning to check his phone. The results were in. His heart raced. He opened the investment app.
On the screen, it read:"Tesla Inc. (TSLA) - 12% return this month. Total balance: $11,200."
Jake let out a deep breath. He had made a profit, but it wasn't enough. He couldn't stop now. He opened the app again, hearing the familiar monotone voice of the system."And you will receive double the amount of your earnings this month, $2,400."
Jake's eyes widened. Was that really happening? "So... $13,600 in total?" he thought, stunned. He had just earned double his return. The Investment System had delivered on its promise. But this was only the beginning.
Jake's Balance: $13,600