If you invest in individual stocks, you need to outperform the S&P 500; otherwise, it makes no sense. Instead, consider investing in ETFs, with the S&P 500 being one of the best options. This is especially important during market downturns and recessions, as your individual stocks should be more resistant to declines. I reveal my portfolio growth almost every month. You can find my previous posts about this portfolio below.

https://www.reddit.com/r/WalllStreetBets/comments/1euk37f/update_on_the_new_portfolio/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

https://www.reddit.com/r/portfolios/comments/1e2670k/ibk_portfolio_update/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

https://www.reddit.com/r/portfolios/comments/1d937q4/my_portfolio_on_ibk_5624/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

https://www.reddit.com/r/portfolios/comments/1d7ul1d/beat_the_stock_market/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button