Part 8/10:
This year’s stock market performance was particularly illuminating. Initial banking projections anticipated only 6% growth for the S&P 500, yet it soared over 30%. This divergence serves as a stark reminder that market conditions are often unpredictable—experts can’t accurately forecast fluctuations. Consequently, it is essential to remain resilient during market downturns and to continue investing as this strategy harnesses the advantages of dollar-cost averaging.