stock-portfolio

Vocabulary Word

Definition

A 'stock portfolio' is the assortment of different stocks that an individual or company owns. It's analyzing and managing these stocks to make a profit or achieve financial goals.

Examples in Different Contexts

In investment management, a stock portfolio consists of a collection of stocks that an individual or institution owns, aimed at maximizing returns while managing risk. A financial advisor might say, 'Diversifying your stock portfolio across various sectors can help mitigate risk and capitalize on different market opportunities.'

Practice Scenarios

Public-Policy

Scenario:

Let's discuss potential impacts of the government's decision to sell off some of its large-cap stocks.

Response:

The decision to reduce exposure to large-cap stocks seems strategically sound, given the current unsteadiness in that sector of their stock portfolio.

Tech

Scenario:

Our company shares have gained in value recently, and it might be a good time to have a look at your equity participation.

Response:

I am planning to hold on to my current stock portfolio and see how the current uptrend affects it.