Invested: Sticking to the script

While the prognosis for long-term investors isn’t great, the nimble short and medium-term risk-takers can benefit

Any article regarding investments or trading written in the midst of such global market turmoil witnessed in last six months must start with some very simple points.

First, it depends on your risk threshold and time horizon. Secondly, it depends on your faith in politicians and central bankers. Thirdly, the financial industry mantra when things get rocky is “don’t worry, think about the long-term, stick with it”. Very few will ever tell you ...