FEAR & GREED | Business News Sunday feature: Don't panic! Investing in volatile times
May 31, 2025
Canna Campbell, a seasoned financial planner and founder of Sugar Mama TV, shares her insights on investing during turbulent times. She discusses strategies for coping with market volatility, emphasizing the importance of long-term goals over emotional reactions. Campbell warns against market timing, advocating for dollar cost averaging and disciplined portfolio monitoring. She also highlights the benefits of diversification in managing risks and encourages seeking proactive financial advice to navigate these uncertain economic times.
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Education Beats Age in Investing
- Reaction to market swings depends more on education and experience than age.
- Diversified, long-term investments produce more calm and better emotional responses regardless of age.
Value of Time in Market
- Time in the market benefits nearly all investors, not just young ones, due to long investment horizons.
- Trying to time the market is risky; staying invested steadily builds wealth over time.
Practice Dollar Cost Averaging
- Use dollar cost averaging by investing fixed amounts regularly regardless of market conditions.
- This strategy smooths purchase prices and helps in volatile markets by buying more shares when prices drop.