Share price slump? No reason to panic!

A slump on the stock market can unsettle even the most experienced investor. But instead of panicking and making hasty decisions, it is important to keep a cool head. In this article, we explain why rushing is definitely the wrong advice and which strategies can help you to navigate calmly and prudently through turbulent times on the stock market.

It is a well-known phenomenon that is discussed in all the media: prices on the stock market fall and suddenly many investors hit the sell button. Afraid of losing everything, they realize losses that would often have been avoidable with a longer-term investment horizon. The situation may seem dramatic, but right now it is crucial not to panic. Absolutely understandable in one respect. The media, colleagues, friends, everyone is talking about the poor situation and outlook for the economy and the horizon seems bleak. The question then quickly arises: “Better to sell at a 50% loss or lose everything?” At this point at the latest, the prudent investor should take a deep breath, keep a cool head and under no circumstances follow their own first impulse.