"What should we do?" this question perhaps best sums up investor sentiment at the moment. The markets are at their volatile best, surging one day and falling sharply the next. So what should you do?
We present a three-point strategy that will help you tide over these turbulent times and emerge winners.
1. Don't get carried away by the exuberance in the markets
Resist the temptation to get invested and make quick gains. Your risk appetite doesn't change with market conditions. If you were risk-averse before the markets rose, you continue to be so even now.
Volatile times like the present one demand that investors exercise restraint and act in a cautious manner. For those toying with the idea of taking on some additional risk, here's a quick test. Go back in time and recall your reactions on black Monday, that should give you a fair idea of your ability to handle risk. Maintain your asset allocation in tune with your objectives and risk-appetite at all times.
2. Dispose of the deadwood from your portfolio
We all have investments in our portfolios which
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