When Will Investment Portfolios Rebound?
A consensus of sorts is emerging amongst financial planners and economic types with regard to the end of the recession and a true rebound in the stock market. Even as the stock market makes a rally attempt today — in spite of February jobs data — most believe that it will be two years before investment portfolios rebound. CNN Money reports on a survey of financial advisors:
Only 4% of advisors expect to see their client portfolios recover by December of 2009 from the drop that started in September 2008, while another 18% of respondents expect to see portfolio losses recover by December 2010. Another 32% of respondents don’t expect portfolios to bounce back until December 2011.
This means that, for many people (and their retirement investments), things are getting a little dicey. After all, peeks into investment performance these days yield only headaches and worry. And it is clear that there isn’t going to be some magical quick fix — just as our leaders have been saying. So does this mean it’s time to bail?
Probably not. If the stock market is expected to recover and yield solid returns over the long haul, it means that now is the time to buy. After all, it’s a perfect opportunity to take the “buy low, sell high” approach. Sure, engage in a little capital preservation, but make sure that you are also getting in at the ground level so that your investment portfolio is well-positioned for the stock market recovery.
Disclaimer: I am not an investment professional. Nothing in this piece or on this Web site should be construed as investment advice. Before making investment decisions, do your own research and/or consult with an investment professional. All investment comes with the risk of loss. You are responsible for your own investment decisions and any loss that may result from your decisions.
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