If Down-Markets are Normal, Why Should I Invest?
Investing in the stock market is a journey with peaks and valleys. Every investor, regardless of experience, faces the reality that markets will go down at times. So, a natural question arises: if down markets are a normal part of investing, why would anyone choose to put their money at risk? While market declines can be unsettling, understanding the full...
By: Indexopedia Research Team | January 8, 2025
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