How Do Election Years Affect Investing Behavior?

In this episode of Buckingham Perspectives, Chief Investment Officer Kevin Grogan provides insight into the impact of presidential administrations on investor behavior. The historical data show there isn’t a statistically significant difference in market performance, regardless of who’s in power. However, an individual investor’s optimism about the party in power may impact their investment performance – and we’d encourage you to stick to your long-term plan no matter what happens this election year.

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