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In volatile times, keep investments diverse and chill

Experts say it’s best to keep emotions in check when investing for the long term. Staying the course for retirement amidst wild political developments

Wild political developments at home and abroad have been rocking the markets as of late. They could move again because of President Trump’s next tweet, Brexit fallout, elections in Europe or change in China. There’s no shortage of events in the world that can move markets, and by extension, impact the your retirement savings. When this happens, it’s natural to wonder whether you’re on the right investment path. You probably are, if you stick to a sound long-term investment plan.

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