Bear Markets May Feel Frightening, But Here's How You Can Come Out Ahead
The next bear market may be your best opportunity to grow your portfolio.
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You may not be able to control your initial reaction to the news of a bear market, but you can pause long enough to shift your mindset from "crisis" to opportunity. By using a few straightforward strategies to manage risk and stay in the game, you lay the groundwork for the best future returns.
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As unpleasant as they may be, bear markets are a normal part of the economic cycle. Like a tornado or hurricane, they're not fun, but they are normal. There have been roughly 27 bear markets in the S&P 500 index since 1928. However, there have been 28 bull markets -- a reminder that the market does roar back.
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