Why a stock market downturn can be a good time to invest

@media all and (min-width: 1008px) and (max-width: 1264px) { .tab-nav li.menu-item a{ padding: 22px 18px; } } While the recent correction in global stock prices has been unsettling for many investors, those considering abandoning their long-term investment plan should think twice before acting impulsively. The graph to the right shows the subsequent five-year returns of the American stock market index following some of the worst recession periods within the last century. Those who panicked during the last economic downturn missed out on average U.S. bull market returns of 178%.

Source: Fidelity Management & Research Company

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