India, Oct. 1 -- If you skip the research phase altogether, you turn investing into a game of pure chance. Without looking at the actual engine of the business, you are essentially buying a random ticker symbol on a screen and praying that some other person will come along and pay a higher price for it tomorrow. Comprehensive research helps you spot whether a stock is fairly priced, cheap, or dangerously expensive. This knowledge gives you the mental strength to hold onto your shares during a temporary market dip. It keeps you from panicking and selling at a loss, an emotional trap that frequently ruins the long-term returns of retail investors.

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