Understanding Equity Market Volatility: History, Perspective, and the Power of Long-Term Investing
Recent conflict in the Middle East has added new uncertainties for equity investors. When record highs continue to be exceeded and portfolios are reaching new levels, it’s easy to forget that market volatility is still possible and is very much a part of stock investing. Sadly, when volatility resurfaces, many investors begin to panic and sometimes make rash and emotional decisions with their portfolios.