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These Months are More Volatile Than Others

We’re entering a tricky time of year: September and October have a reputation for bringing an extra measure of market volatility.

Some of the stock market’s most challenging events have hit in September and October, and other seasonal trends can also play a part. Investopedia found that institutions start preparing for year-end distributions around this time. Plus, individuals tend to reposition their portfolios after the summer months.

This chart shows the average weekly S&P 500 performance since 1923. I’ve highlighted September and October so you can see how they compare to the rest of the year.

So what’s an investor to do? Just be prepared to roll with an uptick in volatility, and don’t let seasonal trading influence your overall strategy.

Balaji Rao MBA, CPFA

Balaji Rao, Director/Wealth Advisor at BNG Wealth Advisors, provides comprehensive financial planning for Families and Business owners, focusing on Technology companies, Physicians and Dental practices in terms of setting up their Retirement plans including 401(k) plans and Defined benefit pension plans, Buy/Sell agreements, key person insurance, etc.For families, the holistic financial plan includes Retirement, Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, 529 College Savings plan, Estate and Tax strategies designed to pursue that their financial life is in order.

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