Uncertainty's inevitable.
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- Economic and market disruptions often lead to uncertainty and hesitation. Yet history shows that each downturn is typically followed by extended market growth.
- While volatility is inevitable, it also presents unique opportunities for investors who stay prepared and maintain a long-term perspective.
- Instead of a challenge, market fluctuations can potentially become a gateway to maximizing returns.
“The hardest times to invest are often the best times to invest.
Use volatility as an opportunity”
John Bai, Chief Investment Officer at Qtrade's parent company, Aviso Wealth Inc.
- With U.S. tariffs now imposed on Canadian goods and broader economic uncertainty, markets may face turbulence in the coming months.
- While some may hesitate, others will see this as an opportunity to strategically enter the market. So, how do you turn volatility into opportunity?
- Let’s explore strategies and tools that can help you navigate uncertain markets, manage risk, and capitalize on the moment.
3 strategies to invest with confidence in volatile markets
Don’t Let Emotions Drive Decisions
- It’s tempting to react when markets dip, but history shows that those who stay invested tend to recover over time.
- Selling in a panic often means locking in losses, while staying the course may allow you to benefit from future recoveries.
Navigate Volatility with a Balanced Approach:
- With shifting markets and rising volatility, a simple 60/40 mix—stocks and bonds—may help keep you steady.
- Bonds soften stock drops, while dips let you buy quality stocks cheaper, across geographies or sectors (for example, utilities or healthcare).
- Funds can be used for tuition, as well as books and housing
Global Diversification and Defensive Investing
- In an uncertain Canadian market shaped by evolving trade policies, tariffs, and innovative technology, a diversified portfolio blending domestic, global, and cutting-edge assets may offer stability and growth potential.
- International stocks and tech-driven global companies offer valuable differentiation, balancing risk and opportunity in a dynamic landscape.
Maximize your potential with advanced investment tools from Qtrade
Understanding volatility is one thing—having the right tools to act on it is another. Qtrade provides advanced tools to help investors make informed decisions during market swings and make the most of volatility.
Qtrade Accounts and Tools
Options Trading
Options trading offers a unique and flexible approach to investing that may enhance your portfolio's performance.
Margin Trading
Margin trading, borrowing to buy securities which magnifies profits and losses, is a strategy used by both professional and self-directed investors.
Options Lab
Qtrade’s Options Lab is the perfect way to learn about, explore and test options trading strategies.
Portfolio Score™
Evaluate the health of your portfolio across six key dimensions with Qtrade’s Portfolio Score™.
Portfolio Simulator™
Test investment scenarios, explore ideas, and hone your skills with Qtrade’s Portfolio Simulator™
Now is the time to take control, invest strategically, and turn uncertainty into your advantage. Upgrade your investing with Qtrade and make volatility work for you.
The information contained in this article was obtained from sources believed to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee that it is accurate or complete. This material is for informational and educational purposes and it is not intended to provide specific advice including, without limitation, investment, financial, tax or similar matters.
Aviso Wealth Inc. ('Aviso') is a wholly owned subsidiary of Aviso Wealth LP, which in turn is owned 50% by Desjardins Financial Holding Inc. and 50% by a limited partnership owned by the five Provincial Credit Union Centrals and The CUMIS Group Limited. The following entities are subsidiaries of Aviso: Aviso Financial Inc. (including divisions Aviso Wealth, Qtrade Direct Investing, Qtrade Guided Portfolios, Aviso Correspondent Partners), Aviso Insurance Inc., Credential Insurance Services Inc. and Northwest & Ethical Investments L.P.