Election seasons tend to bring a large amount of uncertainty, especially when government races are closely split along party lines. While election years tend to produce more market volatility than non-election years, investors taking a long-term approach are better off weathering the storm with a “wait-and-hold” approach.
Let’s take a closer look at how elections affect the stock market, what influence the president’s party has on investment returns, and a few tips on how to invest during a turbulent election cycle.
