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How Many Stocks Should You Own?

How concentrated should your portfolio be? Consider the pros and cons of owning more stocks.

By Rachel Warren – Updated Oct 21, 2024 at 4:05PM

Key Points

  • Hold 20-30 stocks for effective diversification and reduced investment risk.
  • Consider ETFs to simplify managing a diversified portfolio.
  • Adjust stock quantity based on research capacity, regardless of investment amount.
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