How many stocks do you own in your portfolio? At 18 for myself

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Probably too many. I should consolidate

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Its actually about 30 stocks, but I also have options too so in total there is like 50 positions.

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I run about 50 positions. Usually around 10-15 stocks and the rest are ETFs for macro factors or sectors.

50. Time to consolidate? What’s ideal?

I keep reading anything over 20 is most optimal in regards to diversity and managing. I’m tempted to buy more 😬

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About 50 too

21!

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