Not only did 2020 give investors quite a run for their money, but it also highlighted the importance of the long term as part of an investment strategy. This infographic takes a look at the asset classes that fared best – over both the short and the long term.

There are many asset classes that individuals can invest in: Canadian stocks, U.S. stocks, bonds, guaranteed investment certificates, silver, gold, etc. Here’s an overview of how six of them have performed.