With thousands of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds to choose from, picking the right investments can confuse even the well-read investor. So what is the best thing to do? Instead of stock picking, you should start by deciding what mix of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds you want to hold. This is known as your asset allocation. The growing craze amongst Indian millennials for investments in the US Markets has taken the industry by surprise. Young and cautious, this generation of investors has been known for their extensive research, careful planning, and appetite for moderate to low-risk investments. From buying assets like cars, real estate to taking vacations, millennials have always preferred rentals over ownership. Investments in the intimidating global markets were not favoured, until Covid happened. Young and novice investors have taken to US markets to manage their finances and expenses amid salary cuts and job losses.