A Bear Market Is Coming at Some Point. History Says That's Actually Good News for Investors.
Sizable market downturns are common, and investors shouldn't fear them.
Overview
The S&P 500 index (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) has been on an incredible run. After 24%, 23%, and 16% gains in 2023, 2024, and 2025, respectively, the closely watched benchmark is up 11% in 2026 (as of Sept. 10). Investors aren't going to complain about four straight years of double-digit returns.
However, the market is always ready to test investors. There's always a chance that a downturn is right around the corner, and the worst part is that it can arrive without any warning. A bear market is coming at some point. Don't worry, though.
Details
History says that's actually good news for investors.
Source
Originally published at www.fool.com.
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