Downturns are normal and expected. On average since 1926, stock prices have dipped every 6 years with losses averaging almost 40%. *
But zoomed out to the full picture, we can see that historically the market has recovered each time and gone on to reach new heights.
You can avoid making emotionally driven decisions by setting up monthly recurring investments. This helps ensure you stick to your plan, no matter what the market is doing!
That way when things start to get chaotic, you can remind yourself that you’re staying focused on your goal instead of the short-term volatility.
Monitoring your investments during market swings may also be a valuable learning experience. You could view it as an opportunity to think about your strategy and discover new ways to diversify.