RESEARCH • RECORD • REVIEW

Journal templates and research guides

Practical examples, reusable templates and review checklists.

Published by StocksDiaries · Updated September 20, 2026. Educational examples, not personalized investment advice. Prepared with AI assistance; no claim of independent expert review.

Choose a guide below to start a clear, reviewable diary entry.

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Stock investment thesis template with a worked example

Turn a vague stock idea into a dated thesis with sources, opposing evidence and an explicit review question.

How to review a stock thesis after earnings

Compare your original expectations with an earnings report, separate facts from interpretation and record what remains unresolved.

An investment journal for long-term investors

A simple long-term research journal that records the original thesis, meaningful changes and periodic reviews without requiring daily entries.