How Hard Was It To Hold Alphabet Stock?

Over the last ten years, an initial $10,000 investment in Alphabet (GOOGL) grew into about $87,100 before dividends. That same capital in the S&P 500 reached about $36,500. In hindsight, buying the company behind Google looks like an effortless trade. The reality of holding the position was far less comfortable. How many times do you think Alphabet stock fell 20% or more along the way.