Is the earnings slowdown for S&P 500 companies a sign of an impending recession? Liz Ann Sonders of Schwab doesn’t think that’s currently the case and explains why. While this volatile market may make investors nervous, selling stocks during a market downturn can be financially ruinous. Matthew Yglesias explains the pitfalls for Vox Topics. For those who find it hard to resist the urge to get out of a market that’s dropping, Jim Parker offers perspective on timing. Doing nothing at all may be the best action to take.

Under Pressure: Earnings Recession Warning; Economic Recession Watch–  One question that Liz Ann Sonders, Chief Investment Officer at Schwab, has been getting recently is whether the slowdown in the growth of earnings for S&P 500 companies is a signal of an impending economic recession.  She does not think so and explains why in this article. Read more…

The Single Most Important Piece Of Advice During A Stock Market Crash: Don’t Sell–  Selling off stocks during a crash is a terrible idea. While the urge to divest is understandable it’s also financially ruinous.  This article in Vox explains why.  Read more…

The Patience Principle– Global markets are providing investors a rough ride at the moment. But while falling markets can be worrisome, maintaining a longer-term perspective makes the volatility easier to handle. Jim Parker of Dimensional Fund Advisors explains why investors need patience, not market timing.  Read more…

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