2020 & Investing Basics

Volatility is a natural part of the stock market. It is important to remember that volatility does not mean decreasing in value in a hurry. Volatility is the day to day movement in stock prices. Volatility is also closely associated with the kind of return you can expect. Less volatility means less movement in your account which typically relates to a lower rate of return. With higher volatility you should see a greater amount of movement coincident with a higher long-term rate of return.