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Common Investment Management Errors and Mistakes

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20 Sep 20216 mins readBy MOFSL

Investing in the stock market can be exciting mainly because of the significant rewards it can potentially provide. However, if you would like to reap high rewards from investing, it is important to follow a good strategy. But, sometimes, people who follow a good strategy can also incur losses during their stock investment. It is usually because of the mistakes made during investment management. It is common for everyone to make a mistake with their investment at least once during their journey. In this article, we will have a look at how the common mistakes that are made during investment management. By understanding these mistakes, you will be in a position to avoid them and make better and informed investment decisions.

5 Common Investment Mistakes

If you have been making any of these investment mistakes in the past, don’t worry. You can get aware of these mistakes and avoid them in the future. This will help you stay profitable and make greater profits.

1. Investing Without a Plan

The better your investment plan, the better your returns will be. It is best to not invest at all rather than investing without a plan. Investing without a certain framework or structure can lead to losses. So, determine the assets you need and strategize your entry and exit to reap benefits on your investment.

2. Allowing Emotions to Decide Your Moves

When your money is at stake, it is natural to feel a flood of emotions. However, when you invest, it is important for you to master your emotions and keep them in check so that you can make rational decisions. Make sure that you don’t allow your emotions to affect your decision-making process.

3. Being Nascent About Investments

Some people invest once in a year or two and forget about them for a few years. This practice can severely harm your investment portfolio. Not being active is one of the common errors in investment. 

4. Following the Crowd

Before making an investment, make sure that you perform your research beforehand. Avoid following the crowd and investing in stocks just because plenty of others are investing in them. Even if a certain stock or mutual fund is highly recommended, make sure that you research the stock before investing in the same. 

5. Being Impatient

One of the most common errors in investment management is not being patient. Investments take time to build in value and provide high returns. Ensure that you stay patient to be rewarded.

In a Nutshell

During online trading, it is best to have a predetermined strategy so that you can trade and invest in a smart way. Make sure that you avoid these investment mistakes to stay profitable with your investments. 

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Disclaimer: The stocks, companies, or financial instruments mentioned in this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment recommendations. It is advised to consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Investment in securities markets are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing. Investors are strongly encouraged to carefully read the risk disclosure documents prior to participating in market-related investments or trading activities. Due to the volatile nature of financial markets, no guarantees can be made regarding investment returns. Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. does not offer any assured returns on market-linked securities. Please note that past performance of stocks or indices is not indicative of future results.
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