1. The total return on investment for the 8 week period is 20%. You happy with the return on investment for the 8 week period. You believe that the stocks that you selected performed well overall. You do think that there is room for improvement, but you am pleased with the results. There are a few things that you would do differently if you had to do it over again.
2. First, you would not invest as much in Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN). You believe that the stock is overvalued at current levels and would not recommend it as a long-term investment. Second, you would add more money to your investment in Apple Inc. (AAPL). You believe that the stock is undervalued and has a lot of upside potential. Third, you would sell your position in General Electric Company (GE). You believe that the company is in a turnaround situation, but it is taking longer than expected. You would rather invest your money in other companies that you believe have more upside potential.
3. Overall, you are pleased with the performance of your portfolio. You believe that you have selected a good mix of stocks that offer both growth potential and stability. You will continue to hold onto most of these stocks for the long term and will add to your positions in Apple and Samsung as they continue to perform well

Explanation:

Question 1

• You chose to invest in ten different stocks in order to create a well-rounded and diversified portfolio. You have selected stocks from a variety of different sectors in order to minimize risk. You have also chosen to invest in both domestic and foreign stocks. You believe that this portfolio offers a good mix of growth potential and stability.
• You have selected Apple Inc. (AAPL) because it is a leading technology company with a strong history of innovation and growth. You believe that Apple will continue to be a market leader in the years to come. Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) is another growth stock that you have selected for my portfolio. Amazon is a leading e-commerce company with a strong track record of growth. I believe that Amazon will continue to grow at a rapid pace in the coming years.
• Facebook, Inc. (FB) is another stock that you believe has strong growth potential. Facebook "is the largest social media platform in the world with over 2 billion users. You believe that" Facebook will continue to grow as it expands its user base and introduces new products and services. Google Inc. (GOOGL) is another technology stock that you have selected for my portfolio. Google is the largest search engine in the world with over 3 billion monthly users. You believe that Google will continue to grow as it expands its reach into new markets.
• Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) is a leading software company with a strong history of growth. You believe that Microsoft will continue to grow as it introduces new products and services. "Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) is a Chinese e-commerce company that" you believe has significant growth potential. Alibaba is the largest e-commerce platform in China with over 500 million monthly users. You believe that Alibaba will continue to grow as it expands into new markets. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (SSNLF) is a leading electronics manufacturer with a strong history of growth. You believe that Samsung will continue to grow as it introduces new products and services.
• Intel Corporation (INTC) is a leading semiconductor manufacturer with a strong history of growth. You believe that Intel will continue to grow as it introduces new products and services. General Electric Company (GE) is a diversified conglomerate with a strong history of growth. You believe that GE will continue to grow as it expands its reach into new markets. JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) is the largest bank in the United States with a strong history of growth. You believe that JPMorgan will continue to grow as it expands its reach into new markets.

Question 2

• You have selected these ten stocks because you believe that they offer a good mix of growth potential and stability. You have researched each of the companies thoroughly and believe that they are all well-positioned for future success. Apple Inc. (AAPL) "is a leading technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets a range of consumer electronics products. Apple has a strong brand and a loyal customer base. The company is consistently profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that Apple is a good long-term investment.
• Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) is the world's largest online retailer. Amazon is a leader in innovation and has a strong track record of growth. The company is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that Amazon is a good long-term investment. Facebook, Inc. (FB) is the world's largest social networking company. Facebook has a strong user base and is a leader in mobile advertising. The company is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that Facebook is a good long-term investment.
• Google Inc. (GOOGL) is a leading technology company that offers a range of products and services, including search, advertising, and cloud computing. Google is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that Google is a good long-term investment. Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) is the world's largest software company. Microsoft offers a range of products and services, including operating systems, productivity software, and cloud computing. The company is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. I believe that Microsoft is a good long-term investment.
• Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA) is China's largest e-commerce" company. Alibaba operates an online marketplace that connects buyers and sellers. The company is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that Alibaba is a good long-term investment. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (SSNLF) is a leading technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets electronic products. Samsung has a strong brand and is a leader in the smartphone market. The company is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that Samsung is a good long-term investment.
• Intel Corporation (INTC) is the world's largest semiconductor company. Intel designs and manufactures microprocessors, chipsets, motherboards, and other computer components. The company is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that Intel is a good long-term investment. General Electric Company (GE) is a diversified industrial conglomerate with businesses in aviation, healthcare, power generation, and more. GE has been through some tough times recently, but you believe that the company is well-positioned for future success. GE is profitable and has a strong balance sheet. You believe that GE is a good long-term investment.

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