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The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 is the best performer but more risk-averse investors may prefer the more broadly diversified S&P 500.

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Learning about the market and how to invest can be overwhelming for newcomers. Here's how to invest in stocks as a beginner.

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A brokerage account allows you to buy stocks and other securities (such as ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds and more). You can open an account with an online brokerage, a full-service brokerage (a ...