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Investing in tech stocks

Investing in tech stocks

Updated
March 2, 2022

Investing in tech stocks lets you back some of the most innovative and fast-growing companies in the world, but it also comes with higher risk.

  • Tech firms often lead in areas like AI, cloud computing and semiconductors
  • Growth potential is high, but prices can swing sharply
  • Diversifying across sectors can help manage risk

Tech can be an exciting part of a portfolio if you balance innovation with patience and perspective.

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This should not be read as personal investment advice and individual investors should make their own decisions or seek independent advice. This article has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and is considered a marketing communication.When you invest, your capital is at risk. The value of your portfolio can go down as well as up and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

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