- ORIGINAL NEWS
‘Take the emotion out of investing’ during a presidential election year, strategist says. What to do instead
- SUMMARY
With the upcoming 2024 presidential election, tensions are running high in the political arena.
Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden are poised for a rematch, intensifying the emotional climate surrounding politics.
Investing experts caution against emotional decision-making during these turbulent times.
They emphasize the importance of staying invested and avoiding knee-jerk reactions.
Market performance has historically been unrelated to the political party in power.
Experts advise investors to set and adhere to a well-defined investment plan.
They warn against attempting to time the stock market, as missing key market days can significantly reduce potential gains.
Instead, investors should diversify their portfolios to mitigate risks associated with geopolitical uncertainties, pandemics, or wars.
While the political landscape may be uncertain, historical data suggests that the long-term performance of the stock market is not significantly influenced by election outcomes.
Therefore, investors are encouraged to focus on their long-term goals and avoid making hasty decisions based on political sentiment.
- NEWS SENTIMENT CHECK
- Overall sentiment:
neutral
Positive
“over the past 30 years, the S&P 500 stock index had an 8% average annual return”
Negative
“two wars,”
“a global pandemic”