Would you sell all your stock and collect the $138.50. or would you hold on to them. if so why.?

Question

wouldn't you get more money selling them.

i know you get diveden but still you get more selling them

Answer 1

Yes you would sell for Capital gain. When you buy at a lower price and sell at a higher price. This is done by stock traders. Some people may hold stocks if it will become more valuable in the long term. You can also hold stock if you like to be a member of the company and have share holders rights, get letters from the CEO and keep abreast of new trends and endeavors of that company.

Answer 2

I'm not a professional investor, I just try to use my life experience.  There are lots of factors to consider.  Firstly, will $138.50 do you much good now or in the near future?

What price did you buy the stock at and how much do you have to pay your broker when you sell?  How much is your dividend?  How much money are you making if you sell now, or are you losing money because share prices have dropped?

The company could go out of business.   On the other hand, the company could become a booming, growing business.  If there's a decent chance for future growth, consider hanging onto your shares.  

If you really need the money, sell now.  The economy is so rocky, it's hard to know what to do these days, isn't it?

Answer 3

Get the stock in any company that is doing well. You must be a youngster to even ask this question. Gas for a vehicle costs at least that. Perhaps for 2 weeks