One of the primary benefits of investing in the stock market is the chance to grow your money. Over time, the stock market tends to rise in value, though the prices of individual stocks rise and fall daily.

Investments in stable companies that are able to grow tend to make profits for investors.

While stocks are often viewed as a safe investment strategy in the long term, nothing is guaranteed. ... If you're looking to invest your money in the short term, there are usually much more reliable, low-risk investment strategies available. The stock market has historically grown at an average rate of about 7% per year.