Beginner's Guide to Stock Investing in 2026

Your First Steps in Stock Investing

Step 1: Understand the Basics

Step 2: Open a Brokerage Account

**Korean Investors:**

**International:**

Step 3: Start with Index Funds

Don't pick individual stocks right away. Start with:

Step 4: Learn Key Concepts

Step 5: Build Your Portfolio

**Conservative (Age 50+):**

**Balanced (Age 30-50):**

**Aggressive (Age 20-30):**

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. ❌ Trying to time the market

2. ❌ Investing money you need short-term

3. ❌ Following social media stock tips blindly

4. ❌ Not diversifying

5. ❌ Panic selling during dips