Planning Briefs
Remember The Lesson Of Rebalancing
Published Monday, July 25, 2016 at: 7:00 AM EDT
Sometimes investors need to be reminded just how unpredictable equity markets can be. Any big, unforeseen event—such as the United Kingdom's so-called "Brexit" vote to leave the European Union—can result in dramatic market swings. And because such fluctuations are as inevitable as they are unpredictable, it makes sense to be prepared for all possibilities.
The best way for most investors to deal with short-term volatility is to stick to a long-term plan, rather than panicking or making ill-considered market moves. And your plan will need a proper balance between stocks and bonds in your portfolio. Historically, stocks have outperformed other kinds of investments and have provided a hedge against inflation, while bonds have provided steady income and more protection against market volatility.
Diversification and asset allocation—core principles for attempting to control investment risks—are used to create a portfolio that may have the breadth to reduce volatility when markets get turbulent. Your overall tolerance for risk can help determine how you allocate your investments to stocks, bonds, and other assets. Diversification and asset allocation are designed to minimize inherent risks, although there are no absolute guarantees.
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