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What Does Bag Holder Mean?

By Mike PriceUpdated Sep 9, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Key Points

  • Bag holders keep stocks until they're worthless, ignoring signs to sell due to emotional bias.
  • Investors often overlook portfolio checks, especially when changing jobs or addresses.
  • To avoid value traps, periodically reassess investments and be wary of stagnant industries.

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