Weathering the Market: 90 Years of Data
Weathering the Market: 90 Years of Data
May 8, 2025

When markets are shaky, it’s tempting to pull your money out and “wait for things to settle.” But what if that instinct could cost you in lost growth? In this episode, Frank shares compelling statistics on what happens when investors miss the best days in the market, and how a few wrong moves could potentially reduce your long-term returns.

We’ll highlight nearly a century of market performance data showing why patience might pay off. You’ll also learn how a well-constructed portfolio can help you weather downturns without sacrificing your lifestyle. If recent volatility has you feeling uneasy, this conversation might completely change how you think about staying invested!


Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

📆 What can happen when you miss the best days in the market

⏳ Why pulling out early can slam the door on future growth

🧠 How smart planning can help you weather downturns

 

0:00 – Intro

1:12 – Frank’s insight on market volatility

2:13 – Is it as bad as we think?

3:56 – The potential benefits of staying in the market 

6:45 – S&P positive and negative years 

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