Learn basic stock market terms: stock, share, dividend, index, broker, market cap
Understand why companies issue stocks: to raise capital for growth and operations
Learn how stock prices move: supply, demand, earnings, news, interest rates, sentiment
Study how to read financial statements: income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement
Focus on key metrics: revenue, profit, earnings per share, debt, cash flow, valuation ratios
Understand different investment styles: value investing, growth investing, dividend investing, index investing
Learn the difference between investing and trading
Know the major market participants: retail investors, institutions, market makers, hedge funds
Understand market indexes: S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq Composite
Learn how diversification reduces risk
Understand risk and reward
Learn about volatility and market cycles
Study how interest rates and inflation affect stocks
Follow company earnings reports and guidance
Read annual reports and investor presentations
Learn basic chart reading: trends, support, resistance, volume
Understand common order types: market order, limit order, stop order
Know the impact of news, earnings surprises, and economic data
Learn how dividends work
Understand stock splits and buybacks
Study sectors and industries
Compare companies within the same industry
Learn how to evaluate management and business quality
Understand market psychology and investor behavior
Avoid emotional decisions
Set clear goals and time horizon
Manage position size and risk
Use a long-term plan
Keep learning from reliable financial sources
Practice with small amounts before investing larger sums
Review performance regularly
Be aware of fees, taxes, and transaction costs
Avoid chasing hype and rumors
Understand that past performance does not guarantee future results