November 5, 2024

The US election & market implications

The surprise election of Donald Trump in last week's presidential election created some market wobbles, and naturally many people have been concerned about the impact on their portfolios.

The surprise election of Donald Trump in last week's presidential election created some market wobbles, and naturally many people have been concerned about the impact on their portfolios.Vanguard has published a response, based on an analysis of decades of historical data. It shows that presidential elections typically don't have a long-term effect on market performance.It's also interesting to see there is little variation in market performance whether it's a Democrat or Republican in the Oval Office.Read the full account here.At 5 Financial, it’s our philosophy that investing in a broad basket of quality assets helps to reduce the impact of market volatility (as well as the anxiety that goes with it!)We also adopt a low-cost, tax efficient approach to investing that helps maximise the capital you have working for you. By regularly rebalancing your portfolio to adjust for fluctuations in the relative weighting of your asset allocation, we help ensure your investment strategy stays aligned with your risk comfort levels, your investment timeframe and your goals.If you're interested in knowing more, feel free to make contact with us to schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our experienced and friendly financial advisers. Contact us today to book an appointment.

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