The dos and don’ts of investing in a downturn

Buckle up, and hang on for the ride!

ROLLERCOASTERS CAN be both gut-wrenching and thrilling, depending on whether you’re gently climbing to the top of a peak or down in the depths with your world about to be turned upside down.

It can feel exactly the same with investing. Stock markets don’t move in a straight line. They have their ups and downs, but it’s really hard to get the timing right when you’re being led by your emotions.

The fact is that the stock market has probably anticipated exactly what you’re thinking, because …