DCA (dollar-cost averaging)
In short
Dollar-cost averaging means investing a fixed amount regularly, regardless of price. Over time you get an average entry — timing stress disappears.
Psychologically, DCA beats almost any lump-sum attempt: it removes the "is now the right moment?" decision entirely. Our DCA calculator shows the effect on historical data.
Is DCA always better than a lump sum?
Mathematically, lump sums often win in rising markets — DCA wins on nerves, discipline and in sideways/falling phases.
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