Large Cap Vs. Mid Cap Vs. Small Cap Stocks – What’s Right For You?

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When we start investing, people try to convince us that we can best invest in individual stocks when we want to build wealth.

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Here’s what you need to know about market capitalization and how you can optimally use it to diversify your investments.

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Small cap stocks may lack liquidity, which could mean it takes longer for orders to fulfill. Plus, it may be harder for them to attract capital.

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Companies in the mid cap range can be small cap companies that are growing or mid cap companies in some very profitable niches.

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Large cap stocks’ advantages are that they’re stable, transparent in their financials, and they can decide to pay out dividends over time.

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Before you even start considering investing in small- or mid cap companies, know that with a higher return comes higher risk.

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Only consider focusing on mid cap and small cap stocks when you are okay with the additional volatility and are investing for the long term.

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