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$50 Billion Wiped From ASX

$50 Billion Wiped From ASX

Australian shares plunged to their worst performance in eight months yesterday, wiping $50 billion from the ASX as markets sold off worldwide.

While periods of volatility are understandably unsettling for investors (no one likes to lose money), at times like these it’s worth remembering that periods of volatility are a normal part of the investment cycle.

It’s important to try and resist the urge to react or let emotions influence your decision making. Otherwise you risk crystallising losses which at this stage are only on paper.

Try not to over-react

Over time, the value of your investments will go up and down, depending on market conditions. Reacting to short term adverse market conditions may mean you miss out on subsequent market improvements.

Diversification

It’s important to have a diversified investment portfolio. Different asset classes perform differently over time which helps to offset market volatility in a particular asset class.

Long term investing

Investing is a long term strategy. It is expected that there will be periods of volatility but over the longer term markets typically recover from short term movements.

Stick to your plan

It makes sense to understand your investment risk profile and build this into your financial plan. You should regularly review your investment profile and financial plan to make sure it still reflects your current position. Like most plans, it makes sense to stick with the long term objectives.

Periods of market volatility serve as a reminder to review your investments regularly. If you are in any way concerned about the performance of your investments, please feel welcome to contact me on (03) 8393 1000.

 

Darren Foster, Partner, Paris Financial

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