Staying the Course: The Global Rebound in April (and well into May) is a Timely Reminder for Investors
The past six weeks have delivered a powerful message for investors: staying the course works.
By Greg Smith
After a period of heightened geopolitical tension and market volatility, global equities rebounded sharply in April, with the MSCI World Index rising 9.5% in US dollar terms - its strongest monthly gain since November 2020. Indices such as the S&P500 and Nasdaq have also been posting new record highs in May.
For those who remained invested through the uncertainty,...MORE»
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