S&P 500: Resilient Despite Market Volatility

The stock market is unpredictable, even in good years. Historical data shows that in almost half of the years when the U.S. stock market has gained 20% or more, there has been a double-digit correction along the way. Investors need to be prepared for countertrend moves, bear market rallies, and regime changes. Risk and reward are interconnected in investing, and while the stock market can be confusing in the short-run, it provides attractive returns in the long-run.