Looking back over the history of the stock market and presidential elections, one thing becomes apparent: The Stock Market is very resilient and will go on.
The stock market tends to go up whether there is a Democrat or a Republican in the White House. In fact, the S & P 500 index has averaged an amazing 12.25% return since 1923.
To dive even further, since its inception in 1896, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has had an average annual growth rate of 5.42%. Returns on a portfolio can differ greatly throughout the years. The biggest difference is where you find the opportunities to make the most of your portfolios.
Now that the election is over, investors can focus on more of the fundamentals of the market, like earnings, economic growth or interest rates, and to look for opportunities to make the most of your portfolio.
This is a great time to visit with your financial advisor to discuss what particular strategies they have in mind for you and your portfolio to maximize your returns.
Mark A. Johnson is a financial advisor with Heartland Wealth Management, 3351 W. Rock Creek Road, Suite 130, Norman. FMI: 561.7051, Mark.Johnson@heartlandwm.com.
Post-Election Strategy
TIP #1
Keep in mind of your long-term goals
TIP #2
Keep your strategies simple
TIP #3
Look for buying opportunities
TIP #4
Trim your Taxes
TIP #5
Don’t Get Emotional