COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The stock market has seen major ups and downs lately, leaving many investors anxious about what’s next.
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the stock market, you’ve likely seen a lot of red. Several major indexes have taken a hit, driven by economic uncertainty.
Stifle financial advisor James Jordan says this market turbulence isn’t necessarily surprising and is not a cause for alarm.
“Focus on the long term. The stock market and our economy, we believe, is healthy. And with time it’ll rebound and don’t panic,” says Jordan. “The market hates uncertainty, and we’ve got a lot of that right now with tariffs and inflation and the administration. So that’s what we’re seeing, a response to all of that.”
Jordan says it’s always important to focus on the long-term. He adds even in volatile times, there are smart investment opportunities. Commodities, utilities, consumer staples, and pharmaceuticals typically do well in a defensive market.
For those nearing retirement, market downturns can feel especially concerning. But Jordan says, “…someone who’s either in retirement or close to retirement, [stock market dips] might make them more nervous. But I would say this is a great reason why we harp on long-term planning. If you’ve done your planning, you don’t have a lot of exposure right now to the market, so you’ll be fine.”
While market swings can be unsettling, experts say patience and a solid financial plan are the best ways to weather the storm.
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