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Should I invest in individual stocks?

Quick Answer

For most people, no. Index funds beat individual stock picking 85%+ of the time over long horizons. If you enjoy researching companies, a small allocation (under 10% of your portfolio) is a reasonable compromise.

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Warren Team
Updated February 21, 2026
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