TPO Special Posting

After a period of strong investment returns, global markets have experienced increased volatility in recent weeks, leading to declines in many investment portfolios and KiwiSaver balances. We understand this can be unsettling - even experienced investors can find it challenging to manage emotions when markets fluctuate.

Recent geopolitical tensions, concerns over tariffs, and inflation uncertainty have contributed to market pessimism. While these challenges create short-term noise, history has shown that reacting to market downturns often leads to poor investment decisions.

We encourage you to remain focused on the long term. A well-diversified investment strategy is designed to weather market cycles, and history suggests that patience is key to achieving strong outcomes over time.

For further insight, click the button below to read an article that provides perspective on market cycles and why staying invested is often the best course of action. It was written in 2022, but the same principles apply today.