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In recent days, stock markets have fallen around the world. Whenever this happens the same question arises: is this drop a danger… or could it be an opportunity for those who invest in the long term?
Whenever markets fall, two very common reactions arise. There are those who panic and want to sell everything. And there are those who think it could be the perfect opportunity to buy cheaper. But which of these reactions makes the most sense for long-term investors?
In this episode of “Let’s go to Accounts”I explain how you should think when you see stocks falling in the news. I’m talking about the most common mistakes that many investors make at these times, why declines are part of the normal functioning of markets and how you can calmly decide whether it makes sense to start investing now or reinforce the investments you already have.
Throughout the episode I also explain:
- Why trying to guess the “best time” to invest rarely works
- How stock crashes have created some of the best opportunities for patient investors
- What to consider before investing more money when markets are unstable
- and what the logic of those who invest thinking about the long term should be.
If you are thinking about starting to invest, or if you already invest and are watching the stock markets fall with some concern, this episode can help you put this news into perspective and make more rational decisions.
Because it is often precisely in moments of greatest fear in the markets that the most important financial decisions are made.
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This episode featured sound design by Filipe Cruz.
Savings Accounts is a podcast by Pedro Andersson, a journalist specializing in Personal Finance, who takes advantage of his car trips to talk about money. Every Monday and Wednesday at 7am, a new ride to start your financial week off right. Available on all podcast applications and on the SIC Notícias and Expresso websites.
