Top 5 Commodity Funds by Relative Performance
Commodity funds have been some of the strongest performers this year, and this simple tool can help you identify the best of the best.
Read More
The markets are governed by two overarching macrotrends: bull markets and bear markets. A bull market is defined as continuing as long as each successive advance of the primary trend peaks higher than the one preceding it. The converse is true for a major downward, or bear market.
It is difficult (some would argue impossible) for investors to precisely time these markets. That’s because markets often rise higher than most investors and analysts anticipate—and sometimes fall lower than they could possibly fathom.
For context, since 1926, a bear market has come along an average of about every six or seven years. The average bear market has lasted 1.3 years and with an average loss of 38%. And that number factors in the Great Depression. The average bull market has lasted 6.6 years with an average cumulative total return of 339%. Since 1926, it has been a bull market about 86% of the time.
There’s more than just timing, however. Investor sentiment is key—it’s the shift from risk aversion to risk-taking that bolsters stocks. There’s also the fear of missing out, or FOMO. In short, in mature bull markets, investors no longer fear losing money; instead, they fear that if they don’t buy an investment, they will miss out on a gain! They confuse lost opportunity with lost money!
Beware, however, that you can lose money even in bull markets. Individual stocks can go with or against the big trends. The two classic ways to lower your risk at the moment of purchase are buying on dips and buying partial positions with the intention of averaging up later. You can find all of this growth investment advice on the Cabot website.
To learn more, download our free report, 10 Forever Stocks to Buy Now–and How to Find the Best Growth Stocks.
Commodity funds have been some of the strongest performers this year, and this simple tool can help you identify the best of the best.
Read More
Technical analysis legend Bob Farrell has a list of 10 market rules to live by in bull and bear markets. Here's how they can help you.
Read More
Want to know how to navigate the bear market? Follow these relatively simple tips I've developed over two decades as a financial advisor.
Read More
People often overlook silver as a safe haven in volatile markets. But the best-performing silver stocks tend to rise faster than gold stocks.
Read More
Fertilizer stocks may not be the most glamorous option for your portfolio, but they're a great inflation play. Here are three that are making a big move.
Read More
The S&P 500 just entered a bear market, but fears of another leg down remain. If it happens, you'll want to own these 4 defensive ETFs.
Read More
"Cheap" isn't a word normally associated with small caps. But cheap small-cap stocks abound these days. Is it safe to buy them yet?
Read More
As most stocks continue to tumble, inverse ETFs are a good way to actually make money in this market. Here are two more that are soaring.
Read More
Spin-offs are common today, and spin-off stocks are often purer plays on an industry than their parent company. Should you invest in them?
Read More
Growth stocks have been basing for months and these bullish market indicators should signal the beginning of a new uptrend.
Read More
Founded in 1971 the NASDAQ Composite Index is a Representation of the Equities Listed on the NASDAQ Exchange. Keep reading to learn more.
Read More
You would think the following technical indicators would mean more bad news for the market. But history shows it's just the opposite.
Read More
In bull markets, the 200-day moving average is pretty useless. But during extended corrections like this one, it's the most valuable indicator of all.
Read More
High inflation is hurting stocks right now. But some fear rising interest rates more. But interest rates only hurt when they hit this level.
Read More
With stocks at fresh highs, is a stock market top imminent? Here are five ways to know if the bull market is starting to die of old age.
Read More
The internet has made it easier than ever for scammers to spread pump and dump stocks through email and message boards, but there are a few steps you can take to increase your odds of avoiding stock scams.
Read More
Ten top tips for succeeding with your investments.
Read More
Essential rules to follow for making big profits in growth stocks.
Read More
Your passport to profits with stocks from all over the world.
Read More
Fears about the 10-year Treasury yield have caused a legitimate market correction in recent days. How long will those fears linger?
Read More