Market Volatility
Articles and resources related to Market Volatility.
Putting Breaking News in Perspective
July 18, 2023
When breaking news hits, focusing on what matters in the next five hours, five days, and five years can help you take the best steps forward.
What to Focus on During Periods of Volatility
March 16, 2023
It's important to remember what matters and what you can control. Your CCM advisor is here to help.
Records and Resets
January 20, 2023
The market is constantly changing and we've highlights the changes. Read more to understand how "This too shall pass".
You Must Be Present to Win
December 8, 2022
A mantra that reinforces the value of committing to a disciplined investment strategy.
Are We There Yet? Navigating Volatility.
October 17, 2022
How investors can measure success in the midst of volatility.
Why Now? Context for Recent Volatility.
September 28, 2022
Whenever there is volatility, it's helpful to ground the emotions we may feel in context.
Managing Through Current Events and Related Volatility
May 23, 2022
Three things to keep in mind in the midst of stock market volatility.
Volatility: Our Constant Companion
March 24, 2022
With the right strategy, volatility doesn't have to compromise your goals.
Reflections on Ukraine: Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fulfill
February 28, 2022
President Justin Stets reflects on how CCM will serve wealth management clients in the face of the crisis in Ukraine.
All-Time Highs: What the Past Can Tell Us About the Future (VIDEO)
September 23, 2021
Context for 2021 market performance and how investors can best influence performance.
Bonds: Leveraging Yield Curves in Your Portfolio
April 22, 2021
Bonds provide stability, and leveraging the yield curve can allow for the capture of more attractive returns.
One Year Ago Today
March 23, 2021
Our job as integrated wealth advisors is to understand how this market rally impacts each client's financial plan and wealth goals, and to account for the reality that returns moving forward will likely be far less exciting than the previous 12 months.
Lessons (Re)Learned
January 15, 2021
Here are five investment lessons that we learned, once again, in 2020.
Tax-loss Harvesting: A Year-round Tax-planning Strategy (VIDEO)
December 17, 2020
How CCM leverages tax-loss harvesting to improve clients’ total financial plans.
Conversations With CCM: Déjà Vu—2020 or 1999?
September 18, 2020
A deeper look at comments made by Warren Buffett that underscore the importance of value investing.
Déjà Vu—2020 or 1999?
September 9, 2020
An analysis of how current market conditions compare to those of 1999.
A Tale of Two Quarters … and the 160 Prior
July 24, 2020
2020’s second-quarter rise in equity market performance was as dramatic as the previous quarter’s decline.
The Adverse Effect of News Headlines (VIDEO)
May 7, 2020
Absorbing daily news headlines can adversely effect an investor’s perspective on their portfolio—drawing them into making connections that may not be in their best interests long term.
A Rollercoaster of Change
April 24, 2020
With volatility in financial markets and the global economy, it's important to focus on the big picture.
Market Valuations—A Historical Perspective
March 20, 2020
A look at where market valuations sit and what they mean for disciplined long-term investors.
Investment Insight: A Ten-Year Look Back
May 2, 2019
March 9, 2009, is an important day in our shared history. It was on this date when the financial markets hit rock bottom during the Global Financial Crisis (GFC).
The Evidence-based Value of Owning a Globally Diversified Portfolio
January 25, 2019
Putting aside the “noise” that can distract investors, the evidence is conclusive—it is very, very difficult to choose individual securities or investment vehicles that beat a diversified portfolio’s return. Especially in times of volatility there can be an emotional desire to “do something” even when it is not supported by evidence and is certainly not in one’s best interest.
In Like a Lamb, Out Like a Lion
April 23, 2018
For investors deciding stock market exposure is appropriate, a disciplined approach with a long-term view is a more prudent course of action than reacting to new market highs.
Markets Have Rewarded Discipline
March 8, 2018
A disciplined investor looks beyond the concerns of today to the long-term growth potential of markets.
Play-Doh, Palm-Reading, and Predictions: How Clear Is the Future in the Markets?
January 16, 2018
Even though we all know that it’s impossible to see the future, it’s hard not to want to believe an exception may exist and get drawn into the dream.
Sticking With Your Investment Approach in the Tough Times
November 2, 2017
Market volatility is a part of investing. To enjoy the benefit of higher potential returns, investors must be willing to accept increased uncertainty.