It's one of investing's biggest paradoxes. That is, buying and holding yields the best long-term returns, but most of the market's most compelling growth companies at any given time are capitalizing on trends that will eventually cool off.

Not all of them, though. Every now and then, a true "forever" growth prospect surfaces. When it does, your best bet is to act without overanalyzing your entry price. Ten years from now, you won't really care what you paid for a winner.

Here's a closer look at three great growth stocks you can buy today and plan on holding forever.

Shopify

Even if you've never heard of Shopify ( SHOP 0.41% ) , there's a good chance you've used it. Shopify helps businesses build and maintain an e-commerce presence. Skullcandy, David's Bridal, and shirt retail

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