Tesla vs. the S&P 500: Which Is the Better First Investment?

Many investors start their stock buying journey by making an initial investment in something like an index fund or in some popular company, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) for example. But which one is the better option? The answer really depends on your personality and goals, but each option has its merits. With either option, you should make sure that you know what you're getting into before making a decision.

Tesla stock has a few things working in its favor. For instance, it's an individual stock and that means it has different characteristics from market indexes.

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