“Markets eventually recover despite volatility”
~Mackenzie Investments, Market Volatility, Investors guide
Over your investment horizon, it is most likely many crises will occur in stock markets.
While past events are no guarantee of future results these two fascinating charts show:
- The numerous upheavals in our world and in markets
- The market volatility and recovery in the S&P500
Most people are uncomfortable with volatility. That’s why our balanced and diversified portfolios seek to reduce volatility for you. This can help you to maintain course.
We select fund managers for their defensive financial strategies. It is good to know that they have navigated through many similar events!
War Times & The Stock Market:

Total Return of a $10,000 S&P500 investment, 1989-2025, Market declines and recovery:

“Staying the course is of the utmost importance during periods of volatility as it has historically enabled investors to fully recover from these periods and achieve their long-term financial goals.”
~ Mackenzie Investments

