📉 Strong market returns don't mean a smooth ride.
Over the past 20+ years:
📊 98% of S&P 500 stocks experienced a drawdown during the year.
📉 83% declined at least 5% from their starting price.
Even in strong market years, individual stocks experience volatility.
The takeaway: Volatility is inevitable. Discipline, diversification, and staying invested matter.
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