But wait! Shares can bring you big returns and also help you lose your shirt. The key to deciding whether or not you should invest in shares - and how much - depends on your ability to carry on life when you lose your shirt. So the basic thumb-rule is: if you can afford to bet as big as you can afford to lose.
But if you need greater clarity, you need to understand your risk-quotient. Are you risk-averse, risk-friendly or risk-neutral, or somewhere in between? Here are a few tips to find out:
AGE: Generally speaking, younger people can - and should - take greater risks. As you grow older, you should be enjoying the benefits.
