New to Investing? These 5 Stocks Make for a Standout Beginner Portfolio

If you're just starting your journey as an investor, it can be intimidating to decide where to begin. There are several ways to dip your toes in the water; the important thing is to get started and make adjustments along the way if needed.

To help new investors on this adventure, I have selected five stocks that would make an excellent starter portfolio. They include Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS), Airbnb (NASDAQ: ABNB), Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG), and McDonald's (NYSE: MCD). These stocks represent a diverse set of businesses serving a diverse group of consumers around the world. 

Amazon started as a small bookseller but has grown to sell everything from groceries to electronics. The business has grown revenue at a compound annual rate of 25.6% in the last decade while expanding profit margins.

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