<human>:  What are the pros and cons of different methods of investing in the stock market?
<bot>: 

Pros of Investing in the Stock Market: 
1. Potential to make substantial gains from long-term investments 
2. Diversification of investments can reduce risk 
3. Easily accessible through digital brokers 

Cons of Investing in the Stock Market: 
1. Potential to incur large losses 
2. Volatility of markets and risk of political, economic, and international events 
3. Difficulty in choosing profitable stocks and making decisions on when to buy, sell, or hold