Beginner’s Guide to Stock Market Risks in 2026
If you’re planning to invest in 2026, I want you to remember one thing: Returns are never the problem. Understanding risks is the real game. Most beginners enter the market thinking: “Stock market se paisa banega. Everyone is earning, so I will too.” And then the moment their stock falls 5–10%, they panic, they sell, they lose confidence, and they blame the market. But the truth is: You didn’t lose because of the market. You lost because you didn’t understand the risks. So let’s break down every stock market risk in 2026 in simple, real human language, with examples, mistakes, and practical solutions you can actually use. ⸻ 1. Market Risk (When the Whole Market Falls Together) This is the most basic and unavoidable risk. Imagine this: You bought a good company. Strong profits. Good management. Stable business. But suddenly the entire stock market falls — due to elections, global issues, recession talks, or some financial panic. Your stock also falls, not because the company is bad,...