Taking Advantage of Market Volatility
It probably goes without saying that 2020 was one of the most volatile years for stocks that we’ve ever seen. We saw a decade-long bull market come to an end, followed by the shortest bear market in S&P 500 history, and then a rebound that sent the index back to all-time highs in early 2021. This whipsaw effect can have serious repercussions for those who don’t adhere to a system of risk management.
Since we never know exactly when the ups and downs of the market will occur, it’s vital that we have a strategy to deal with both situations. Our Chief Financial Planning Officer, “Professor” Rick Plum, CFP®, as a few ideas on how you may be able to take advantage of market volatility — and, potentially, come out ahead of the game — in this week’s edition of Lucia Capital Group Weekly!
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A value averaging strategy does not guarantee a profit or protection from loss. The investor sets a target growth rate or amount on his or her asset base or portfolio each month, and then adjusts the next month's contribution according to the relative gain or shortfall made on the original asset base. Since such an investment plan involves continual investment in securities, you must consider your willingness to continue purchasing during periods of high or low-price levels.
A dollar cost averaging strategy does not guarantee a profit or protection from loss. Since such an investment plan involves continual investment in securities regardless of fluctuating price levels, you must consider your willingness to continue purchasing during periods of high or low-price levels.
Examples cited are hypothetical, are for illustrative purposes only, are not guaranteed and subject to potential federal and state law amendments. There is no guarantee that you will achieve the results discussed or illustrated.
S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index and includes a representative sample of large-cap U.S. companies in leading industries. An investment may not be made directly in an index.
Rick Plum is a registered representative with, and securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor and member FINRA/SIPC. The investment professionals are affiliated with LPL Financial and are conducting business using the name Lucia Capital Group, a separate entity from LPL Financial.
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