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The Risks of Overconcentration: Protecting Your Wealth
- 2024/06/21
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In this episode of "Nurturing Financial Freedom," we discuss the crucial topic of the dangers of putting too much money into a single investment, often referred to as concentration risk.Alex starts by explaining that concentration risk, while not unique to any one type of investment, is particularly prevalent in stocks. He dispels the common "eggs in one basket" analogy by emphasizing that diversification means more than just spreading investments across similar types. True diversification involves spreading investments across different asset classes to reduce risk.Alex outlines two main problems with overconcentration. First, the actual investment result can be highly unpredictable. While betting heavily on a successful company like Google or Amazon at the right time could have been life-changing, many other seemingly promising stocks like Pets.com or Copper Mountain did not deliver. The second problem is the moral hazard that success can create. If an investor gets lucky once, they might believe they are smarter than the market, leading to risky behavior that can eventually result in significant losses.Jag draws a parallel with gambling, noting that while investing done right has a positive long-term expectation, gambling generally does not. Alex agrees, stressing that concentrating money in a single security is akin to gambling and should be avoided.Ed then discusses two types of overconcentration: voluntary and automatic. Voluntary overconcentration happens when investors intentionally buy large amounts of a single stock, often due to recent performance. Automatic overconcentration occurs when employees accumulate large amounts of their employer's stock through compensation packages. He explains the psychological factors at play, including recency bias, where people expect recent trends to continue indefinitely, and loyalty to their company, which can cloud judgment.Ed also highlights the practical issues, such as tax liabilities and the emotional difficulty of selling high-performing stocks. He shares a cautionary tale of a pharmaceutical company whose stock plummeted due to unforeseen issues, causing employees to lose significant portions of their net worth and even their jobs. This example underscores the importance of not being overly reliant on any single company, especially one’s employer.To mitigate these risks, Alex advises that no more than 5% of a portfolio should be invested in a single security, with a cautious approach to anything between 5% and 10%. Exceeding this 10% can make financial planning difficult, as the range of potential outcomes becomes too broad and unpredictable.Jag and Ed conclude by reinforcing the importance of a diversified portfolio for long-term financial success. They stress that while high-risk bets can occasionally pay off, the potential for catastrophic losses makes them unsuitable for most investors. Instead, maintaining a balanced and diversified investment strategy helps ensure financial stability and success. You can always email Alex and Ed at info@birchrunfinancial.com or give them a call at 484-395-2190.Or visit them on the web at https://www.birchrunfinancial.com/Alex and Ed's Book: Mastering The Money Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Money-Mind-Thinking-Personal/dp/1544530536 Any opinions are those of Ed Lambert and Alex Cabot and not necessarily those of RJFS or Raymond James. The information contained in this report does not purport to be a complete description of the securities, markets, or developments referred to in this material. There is no assurance any of the trends mentioned will continue or forecasts will occur. The information has been obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but Raymond James does not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate or complete. Any information is not a complete summary or statement of all available data necessary for making an investment decision and does not constitute a recommendation. The examples throughout this material are for illustrative purposes only. Raymond James does not provide tax or legal services. Please discuss these matters with the appropriate professional. Diversification and asset allocation do not ensure a profit or protect against a loss. Past performance is not indicative of future returns. CDs are insured by the FDIC and offer a fixed rate of return, whereas the return and principal value of investment securities fluctuate with changes in market conditions. The S&P 500 is an unmanaged index of 500 widely held stocks that is generally considered representative of the U.S. Stock Market. Keep in mind that individuals cannot invest directly in any index, and index performance does not include transaction costs or other fees, which will affect actual investment performance. Individual investor's results will vary. This information is not intended as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any security referred to herein. Future investment performance cannot be ...