The stock markets in 2020 have resembled riding a wild roller coaster for investors. Despite a very weak economic outlook earlier in the year due to uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus, major global stock markets have recovered most of their losses for the year.
Investing during times of economic downturn is often challenging for the fearful investor. At the same time, others may look for opportunities. But now is not the time for greed. Now is the time for calculated decision making.
The market’s negative response to health crises is nothing new. How will coronavirus impact the market and your personal finances?
Equity markets around the world are falling as investors react to the increased economic risk posed by the spread of the Coronavirus, We can’t predict risk, nor what may spur a market correction. It’s our job to manage risk.
Despite escalating trade tensions between the United States and China, Brexit uncertainty, and a slowdown in the global economy, the year progressed in an unexpectedly pleasant fashion.
