Do we still have strong investor clients who aren't affected by stock market performance?

[Olivia-69]

As we all know, April has traditionally been a slower month, but this year feels different—I'm witnessing the toughest April yet! Could this just be the start of a trend? I’m curious, how many of you were counting on the stock market and investments to secure a companion? And for those who managed to save wisely, how are you navigating the current stock market landscape independently? Let’s share our experiences!

 

[Carvher]

Sold most of my stock between Jan and early March. Just waiting it out.

 

[SchlongConery]

It's not about the actual cash available making a difference in their decision... it's about consumer confidence. Even for the truly wealthy.

 

[SchlongConery]

Sold most of my stock between Jan and early March. Just waiting it out.

Waiting it out for what? Lower prices or a recovery?

 

[Stoo]

As a retired guy, I live almost entirely on my investments. I'm taking that tried and true approach... Not looking.

I suspect we're in for a rough ride as long as that buffoon is in the WH, but he too shall pass.

 

[seanzo]

Everybody is feeling this one, in my opinion. Doesn't matter how wealthy you are. As far as the stocks are concerned, I'm expecting things are going to get a lot worse before they get better. I'm buying the dip while I'm still able to in hopes that I can hold out for better days in the future.

 

[SchlongConery]

Panic selling isn't necessary if you're willing to stay calm and hold unless you need the funds dearly then sure sell. There's been rumors about a crash coming because things are over stated and needs a balance, as for how long that could last who knows. Eventually it'll climb back up higher like the few downfalls people experienced since after 2000. If you're into moving money around then sure sell and put it into something else like gold or so.

Second response and already posts teeing off oon a single aspect to expound on something totally missing the question.

Question: HEY! Whales! Are you whales cutting down on sexy time because your stocks are down? And how many of there are you?

 

[Liam011]

This f**king tariff drop has cost me (on paper) 90K in two days. I don't sweat it but it isn't fun either.

But, like I always like to say, I wasn't a genius because my stocks went up and I'm not a dummy because they've gone down.

I'm a longgg term buy and hold guy. This too shall pass.

And no, it hasn't affected my mongering, as that is funded out of divvys/interest and my day job.

 

[Olivia-69]

I can totally relate to what everyone’s saying! If only I could play with the clock to the most epic moments! 🥲 What a blast that would be!

 

[Carvher]

Waiting it out for what? Lower prices or a recovery?

Lower prices for sure but there has to be some kind of predictability. Fundamentals won't move markets next earnings, it will be guidance and most companies won't be able to guide. This isn't a good situation.
When sanity returns then it becomes investable. Until then fixed income is fine

 

[Shaquille Oatmeal]

This f**king tariff drop has cost me (on paper) 90K in two days. I don't sweat it but it isn't fun either.

But, like I always like to say, I wasn't a genius because my stocks went up and I'm not a dummy because they've gone down.

I'm a longgg term buy and hold guy. This too shall pass.

And no, it hasn't affected my mongering, as that is funded out of divvys/interest and my day job.

Yeah I lost 15% since yesterday.
But I will just leave it there and hold.
I have healthy savings, a day job and my personal business for now.

 

[Jenesis]

I think it is a little early to tell what April will bring. It is only the 4th.

All my investments are long term so I’m not worried about this right now.

As for escorting slow months, it is always this way around this time. Ladies need to take their summer money and put some away for the winter slow down. Same as any other seasonal type business. I mean we are. It completely "seasonal" but January through April is usually slow.

 

[Olivia-69]

I think it is a little early to tell what April will bring. It is only the 4th.

All my investments are long term so I’m not worried about this right now.

As for escorting slow months, it is always this way around this time. Ladies need to take their summer money and put some away for the winter slow down. Same as any other seasonal type business. I mean we are. It completely "seasonal" but January through April is usually slow.

I don’t really experience a slowdown during winter season! My toughest months are usually April and November. On a positive note, Q1 2024 turned out to be my most successful semester yet! I can definitely sense the shift in the market this time of year. Normally, I have some advance bookings lined up before a new month starts, but right now, I don’t have advance bookings for the month.

 

[LTO_3]

The joys & fun of watching the market and other investments is like watching a roller coaster. Sometimes great peaks and other times big drops (depending on investment types) and it's always been that way. I've lost a good amount but it's only been since DUMB Donald's been in charge. But previous to that, the past 2 years have been very profitable, therefore this is just another "riding it out" until things change. But I think this downturn will unfortunately be longer because of the orange clown's world-wide tariff effects.

LTO_3

 

[Phil C. McNasty]

I'm down by a lot, but it doesnt matter because I'm in it for the long-term.

I also hold a lot of Novavax, and strangely enough that was up 11% today

 

[jeff2]

For the week, NASDAQ down 10.02%, S & P 500 down 9.08%, DOW JONES down 7.86% ,TSX down 5.8%

 

[The Mechanic]

Well as of this morning I lost $50,000, that’s on paper. I’ve learned that’s only on paperwork it only counts when you withdraw your money. For now, I’m leaving my account alone give it a month, and see what happens. I have to fight the urge to close the account, but through my portfolio and time in the market it does bounce back and more. The question is how fast will I recoup my losses. Last year I withdrew $15,000 you might say for fun times, but within three weeks I’ve made that money back and then some. I think it was Patty Lovett that said “it’s not timing of the market but, it’s time in the market”

 

[Gators]

Well as of this morning I lost $50,000, that’s on paper. I’ve learned that’s only on paperwork it only counts when you withdraw your money. For now, I’m leaving my account alone give it a month, and see what happens. I have to fight the urge to close the account, but through my portfolio and time in the market it does bounce back and more. The question is how fast will I recoup my losses. Last year I withdrew $15,000 you might say for fun times, but within three weeks I’ve made that money back and then some. I think it was Patty Lovett that said “it’s not timing of the market but, it’s time in the market”

I have lost 15% since Monday. I use margin acct. I have lots of ETF and blue chip Canadian stocks and US and CDN Reits. As i dont see the tariffs will be resolved in one week or a month. I will sell some stocks such as BEP.UN , BIP.UN as I am even on them. I want to have large margin avail to me to deploy when market turns or the baffon in WH changes direction. |t will reduce my monthly income but at times like these it is neccessary.

 

[angrymime666]

As we all know, April has traditionally been a slower month, but this year feels different—I'm witnessing the toughest April yet! Could this just be the start of a trend? I’m curious, how many of you were counting on the stock market and investments to secure a companion? And for those who managed to save wisely, how are you navigating the current stock market landscape independently? Let’s share our experiences!

Wtf? Counting on the stock market to secure a companion?

Discipline, consistency, frugality, and other attributes instilled and shaped me into a person who built my empire. Investing is a long term process. Having a consistent investing strategy that burns slowly but snowballs over time tends to be boring but sees less dramatic swings in the portfolio.

I'm always buying through dollar cost averaging. Second I have a reserve fund of cash to take advantage of swings like so. Do I care if my stock drops 5 to 10%, not really as Im holding everything for at least another 15 years minimum. I will be picking up various tsx dividend stock. I am picking up XEGT in my tfsa since it's been dropping. I'll ride this out. Typically I never sell and when I do it's when I have a gain.

Most people when the shit hits the fan, fear takes over. They pull out at a loss. Where if they rode it out, continue contributing and didn't pull out they would come out so much more ahead.

The world cannot afford to not have trade. Hell where are people supposed to get cheap tvs and strawberries.

 

[Liam011]

Most people when the shit hits the fan, fear takes over. They pull out at a loss. Where if they rode it out, continue contributing and didn't pull out they would come out so much more ahead.

Thank god they do. It takes two sides to make a market. Patient frugalists like you and me can bargain hunt when the day traders and low information speculators rush the exits.