While the market often attempts to predict election outcomes, the party that wins the White House has historically had less impact on long-term wealth accumulation than many might think. The chart below illustrates what happens when we invest $10,000 on November 1st of each election year since 1948 and hold it for ten years. In […]
The chart below provides a powerful reminder of the stock market’s phenomenal growth since the 1920s, regardless of which party holds office. If you had gone to cash or adjusted your investment strategy based on political biases, you would have missed out on some incredible periods of market growth. As we often say: your time […]
It’s common for investors to link their views on the stock market’s future to how much they like—or align with—a particular president. However, the data suggests otherwise. When we break down presidencies based on their average Gallup approval ratings, an interesting pattern emerges: the four most popular presidents saw average annualized stock market returns of […]
With just three weeks to go until the presidential election, it’s natural to see heightened concerns among clients and advisors. Many wonder if they should pull out of the market, fearing potential volatility or negative outcomes. But history shows us a different perspective. Market reactions to elections are often unpredictable, and trying to time your […]