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Have you ever been glued to a losing stock, hoping for a miracle turnaround? You’re not alone. Studies show that over 80% of retail investors hesitate to sell underperforming assets, often clinging to the hope of recovery.

But here’s the hard truth: sometimes, the best move is to let go.

Why Holding On Hurts

Behavioral finance calls it the sunk cost fallacy: the tendency to stick with a bad decision because you’ve already invested time or money. In investing, this mindset can paralyze you, locking your portfolio in underperformance.

Eye-Opening Stat:

A study by Dalbar Inc. revealed that the average equity investor earned just 3.6% annually over 20 years, compared to the S&P 500’s 10.65% return. Why? Emotional decision-making, including holding onto losers.

The Power of Selling

Selling a losing stock isn’t failure; it’s strategy. Freeing up capital allows you to:

• Reallocate to opportunities with better growth potential.

• Maintain a balanced and goal-oriented portfolio.

• Reduce stress and uncertainty in your financial journey.

Think of it as decluttering your financial house. Would you keep a broken chair just because you spent money on it?

Action Steps:

1. Evaluate Fundamentals: Has the company’s outlook genuinely improved?

2. Set Clear Rules: Use stop-loss orders or predetermined exit points.

3. Reframe Your Mindset: View selling as part of a broader strategy, not an emotional defeat.

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