Typically getting more aggressive when investors show fear, and selling when they exhibit complacency is a good way to increase returns and reduce risk. Every once in a while that isn’t true and the fear is well justified. Sentiment stays on the mat and markets keep going lower. Guy Lerner reviews current sentiment and where we stand.
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