Ride Out the Storm: A Cautionary Tale for Investors in Turbulent Times When investors face the possibility of an impending bear market, they often feel compelled to diversify or abandon ship altogether.
However, history suggests that this approach may not be the wisest course of action.
The S&P 500 has experienced numerous downturns since its inception in 1957, including ten official bear markets that have occurred roughly every six to seven years.