Midterms Are Coming. What Happens to Stocks? Market Update.

Midterms are coming. What could happen to stocks, and should you make changes to your investments? In this edition of the Video Market Update, I examine how the S&P 500 performed around past midterm elections and share perspective on making investment decisions during election season. Your financial goals extend beyond Election Day. Understanding market history can help you approach uncertainty with a clearer perspective. Source: Morningstar; analysis by Lincoln Financial. Referenced study measures S&P 500 price returns, excluding dividends, from November 1 of midterm election years through October 31 of the following year, 1950–2022. ******************************************************************************************** Investment advisory services offered through Creative One Wealth, LLC, a registered investment adviser. Creative One Wealth and Holman Wealth Management are unaffiliated companies. Licensed insurance professional. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency, and do not provide tax or legal advice. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. No investment strategy can ensure a profit or guarantee against losses. Past performance may not be used to predict future results. Insurance product guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing company. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation or advice for your particular circumstances. For educational purposes only. This is not individualized investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.