For example, a portfolio that starts out strong in retirement and has losses later will likely be in much better shape than one that has down years early, even if strong performance in later years brings its average return back in line with historical averages. (fidelity.com)
It's been slightly better since 1960 at 4.2 %, a bit better than that since 1970 (4.8 %) and more in - line with the historical average since 1980 (3.8 %). (pragcap.com)
Moreover, we see Apple's current valuation as relatively in line with historical averages,» he wrote. (cnbc.com)