Stock Picking – Flowchart + Checklist

📈 Introduction to Stock Picking (Optional)

Only for investors who want to go beyond index funds and mutual funds.

🔁 Basic Flowchart: Should You Pick Stocks?

Want to beat market returns?
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Willing to study companies regularly?
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Comfortable with high risk and losses?
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If YES → Continue with stock picking
If NO → Stick to Index Funds & Mutual Funds

✅ Stock Picking Beginner Checklist

• 📚 Learn basic financials (Revenue, Profit, EPS, P/E)
• 📈 Study company’s past 5-year performance
• 🔍 Read management commentary and future plans
• 🏭 Understand the business model and sector
• 💼 Avoid hype, focus on fundamentals
• 📅 Hold long term (3–5+ years)

Note: Stock picking is not for everyone. It requires time, knowledge, and discipline. Mistakes can be costly.

🧠 Buffett Says: “If you don’t feel comfortable owning a stock for 10 years, don’t own it for 10 minutes.”