How to stay calm during market volatility

 

 

Hi everyone. If you’ve been following the news or keeping an eye on your investment portfolio, you’ve noticed that global stock markets are going through significant turbulence in response to the new and increased US tariffs on Canada and other countries. Let’s talk about what’s happening and what you can do.

Market volatility can feel unsettling, but it’s a normal part of investing. From tariff inflation, to economic changes or geopolitical tensions, a variety of factors can trigger short-term market swings. But here’s the good news: history shows that markets tend to recover and grow over time.

After the 2008 financial crisis, the S&P didn’t just recover—it more than tripled in value over the next decade. More recently, after COVID-19 led to market volatility in 2020, the markets rebounded within months. Investors who stayed calm and stayed invested saw the benefits of their actions.

Investing is a long-term game, so stay focused on your goals. Avoid emotional reactions to the headlines—instead, be prepared to weather some downturns before the anticipated market recovery.

As always our team is monitoring this situation closely, and here to answer any questions you have.