From Investing.: 2024-10-19 06:00:00

Bear markets, with declines of 20% or more in the Index, offer valuable lessons in market behavior and portfolio management, say UBS analysts. These markets are rare, taking up only 31% of market time since 1945. Investors experience bear markets around every 7 years, lasting about a year on average. However, recovery to previous levels typically occurs within two to three years. Analysts suggest staying calm and avoiding impulsive selling during bear markets, instead viewing them as opportunities to contribute to portfolios at lower prices and benefit from eventual market rebounds.



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