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what percentage of my portfolio should be in individual stocks?
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i think it depends entirely on your risk tolerance. putting money in individual stocks obviously increases your risk and potentially increases your reward. personally (as a fairly conservative investor) i'd only invest in individual stocks if i could afford to lose the entire investment (maybe i'd end up buying enron or nortel). if you enjoy envesting and feel 10% is an acceptable loss i think you have your answer
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