From Yahoo Finance: 2025-04-12 09:03:00

Recession talk dominates U.S. headlines, with Trump’s tariffs sparking reciprocal and retaliatory actions. Yet, American labor market resilience, adding more jobs than expected, suggests no imminent recession. Goldman Sachs puts near-term risk at 38%, part of the economic cycle.

Financial experts advise purchasing index funds, like S&P 500, during downturns for balanced investments. Dollar-cost averaging is key, avoiding trying to time the market bottom. Investing in stocks or funds for the long term, even if the market falls further, can lead to gains as stability returns.

Real estate investor Attiyah Blair recommends seizing opportunities during recessions, like real estate deals, short sales, and foreclosures. Buying rental properties for additional cash flow and long-term wealth building is a strategy Blair employed successfully during the 2007 recession.

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