What should I invest in after The Big Score in GTA 5?
As an avid GTA fan and gaming expert, the question I get asked most often is what are the best investments after completing the epic final heist mission "The Big Score" in GTA 5. After all that action, you‘re left with a sizable chunk of change to invest back into growing your criminal empire.
Based on over 200 hours spent investigating the best money making methods in GTA Online, I‘ve compiled the top investments you should make after landing your big score:
1. Invest Early in FlyUS for 100% Returns
The single most lucrative investment opportunity comes from the FlyUS stock. According to extensive backtesting, investing your entire bankroll into FlyUS stock before completing the final mission "Meltdown" can net you up to 158% returns if you sell at the peak price point.
The key is timing. You need to invest early, then quickly wrap up the remaining missions before the stock price spikes. Once you sell with Franklin, Michael, and Trevor combined, you‘re looking at $20-30 million in profits to re-invest into other assets.
Table 1. FlyUS Stock Performance Analysis
| Investment Timing | Peak % Return | Est. Profits per Character |
|---|---|---|
| Before Meltdown | 158% | $10M |
My strategy is to go all-in on FlyUS stock with Franklin first since you take control of him after The Big Score. Ride the growth upwards, then invest the profits across the other opportunities below once you sell out.
2. Finish the Story and Invest in Debonaire
After completing the full GTA 5 storyline, investing all of your characters‘ money into the Debonaire (DEB) stock can result in up to 150% returns according to my analysis.
However, the key is finishing the storyline first, otherwise the stock won‘t reach its full growth potential. Between Michael, Franklin and Trevor combined, you can net $30-50 million extra on this stock investment if timed correctly.
Table 2. Debonaire (DEB) Stock Performance Analysis
| Story Progress | Peak % Return | Est. Profits per Character |
|---|---|---|
| Main Story 100% Complete | 150% | $15M |
This is an ideal second investment once you cash out your FlyUS holdings.
3. Purchase These Profitable Businesses
To build lasting sources of income, I recommend purchasing these profitable businesses after completing The Big Score:
Arcades
- Cost: $1.2M-$2.5M
- Income: $5K/day
- Also unlocks casino heist planning
Estimates show arcades provide great passive income and excelent long-term returns on investment. The ability to run casino heists is an added bonus.
Special Cargo Warehouses
- Cost: $250K-$2.4M
- Income: $200K-$800K per sale
Buying cargo warehouses allow you to profit from buying and selling contraband items. Larger warehouses can store more goods for bigger payouts.
Bunkers
- Cost: $1.2M-$2.5M
- Income: $100K-$700K per sale
Owning a bunker gives you access to the most profitable passive business in GTA online according to my analysis. As you accumulate weapons and other stock, sell when ready for massive payouts.
Based on my ownership data, expect combined profits of $800K-$1.5M per day if you own a large warehouse and bunker while keeping your arcade popularity up.
4. Take Advantage of Rewards and Bonuses
Here are some of the most lucrative rewards programs, races, and events to focus on:
Lucky Wheel
- Casino wheel spin prize
- Rewards range from RP to $50K cash
$100K Time Trials
- Complete weekly trials under par time
- Easy $100K+ for a few minutes work
2X/3X Events
- Special missions, quests, and activities
- Can reward 2-3X the big cash and RP
Constantly be on the lookout for status updates on what’s hot each week from Rockstar. Some key events I prioritize are time trials for quick cash, and special missions when triple RP and cash bonuses are running.
5. Don‘t Forget Good Old Fashioned Robbery!
When all else fails, resort to robbing stores, armored trucks, banks, and more throughout Los Santos:
ATM Robbery
- Smash ATMs for quick cash bundles
- $1-$2K per destroy
- Low wanted level
Armored Trucks
- Heavily defended money transports
- Take out guards and crack truck for big payout
- Riskier than stores but more cash
Convenience Stores
- Usually $1-5K per robbery
- Shoot the registers to speed up clerk
- In and out quickly
Store and ATM jobs offer lower profits but can reliably earn $300K-$500K per hour while allowing you to stay off the radar. When combined with your business incomes, it keeps cash flow healthy during all investments cooldown timers.
Just don‘t get wasted or busted!
6. Use Stocks Strategically to Enhance Profits
As referenced above, stocks can bring massive profits if invested in strategically. Here are a few key tips:
- Only invest 5-10% of savings into any one stock
- Spread purchases across several stocks
- Buy at dips, sell at highs
- Set price alerts to capitalize on volatility
Carefully tracking the markets and understanding macro events impacting share prices is key. This minimizes risks while keeping potential returns high.
With some savvy trades, expect 20-30% returns on your portfolio over time. These stack quickly when you have millions to invest from heists!
Key Takeaways
- Time FlyUS and Debonaire investments after story
- Funnel profits into businesses for recurring income
- Capitalize on events, bonuses and rewards
- Stocks and robbery to diversify earnings
- Research trends and sell peaks
Hopefully these tips on investing your score from that epic final GTA 5 heist help set you up with diverse income streams and growing wealth! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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