The events of the past year have had a roller-coaster effect on the stock market, causing it to collapse last spring then rebound to new historical highs in the subsequent months. Stocks have been somewhat volatile of late in reflecting investors’ reactions to a wide array of market-moving developments. From a fresh spike in coronavirus cases across the country to encouraging developments in COVID-19 vaccination efforts to news about a possible hike in the current capital gains tax rate, the market has had a lot to contend with in recent weeks.
But long-term investors can still build and maintain a robust portfolio in a volatile market. While it’s anyone’s guess as to whether or not the market faces another downturn in the near term, how you invest shouldn’t change because of a few volatile days, weeks, or even months.
Here are 15 ways to maximize your returns and continue pursuing your portfolio goals even when the market turns volatile.
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