NewsBite

Am I foolish to invest in shares when markets are so volatile?

Donald Trump’s erratic policy statements have markets in a spin. Is the best response to stop salary sacrificing into superannuation?

Dear Ms Wise, with markets so volatile, I’m wondering whether I should stop salary sacrificing into superannuation. I’m already concerned about my plunging balance and worry that making these regular voluntary contributions is a waste of money when things are so uncertain. Sam

The wisdom: Sharemarket falls are scary, says Shane Oliver, chief economist and head of investment strategy at AMP. But “they are normal”, he says, “and every few years we see big ones, only to then see the market pick itself up and in time move on to new highs”.

Loading...

Read More

Latest In Personal finance

Fetching latest articles

Most Viewed In Wealth

    Original URL: https://www.afr.com/wealth/personal-finance/am-i-foolish-to-invest-in-shares-when-markets-are-so-volatile-20250427-p5luk2