You are pondering and reflecting on the recent bloody red portfolio, just remember we are just a small part of the bigger picture. If America sneeze, it will be felt by the global market.
The threat of U.S. president of a trade war with China coupled with FED’s recent interest hikes will create a RISK-Off in the global equity market. A RISK-OFF sentiment is a state when equities are considered as the riskier asset at that point in time hence the investor will sell and seek shelter in bonds or gold. Don’t worry it is cyclical in nature which means it is an interplay between Risk on and risk off sentiments throughout the years. From stock investors mindset with the long-term prospect, risk-off sentiments create a seller’s market which is a potential opportunity for bargain hunting. Don’t panic and just stomach the volatility for long-term gains. I would suggest you stick with your investment game plan and be patient.
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