Time in the market, not timing the market is an old adage that I believe is worth sharing right now.
Staying the course and remaining invested may feel uncomfortable as you see the market react to tariffs and other proposed policies and try to understand what it means for your investments. I encourage you to step back from sudden moves or emotional responses that counter your investing strategy and may not benefit you in the long run.
As I’ve spoken to our individual investors and financial advisors over the last several weeks, I’ve heard two main reactions from people who are concerned about the current climate.
The first is clients are seeking assurances that they are on the right course and some are also wondering if they should leave the market altogether. That’s understandable because there has been a great deal of volatility. But as you probably know, it’s difficult even for professional financial managers to time the market and being out of the market, even for a brief period of time, may be harmful to your long-term performance.
The second reaction is a spike in interest in sustainable investing. We’ve seen a jump in the number of individuals contacting Green Century because they want their future savings to have a positive impact for the environment. Financial advisors we’ve spoken with also report that more people are contacting them because they want to align their investments with their values and make a difference with their money.
These stories have been inspiring and confirmed my belief that once people understand the ways they can express their values through their investments, they are eager to do so.
As we ride out this volatility, Green Century’s team is working hard to keep your money out of environmentally dangerous companies, improve environmental policies in global corporations, and financially support the environment and public health organizations that founded us.
To learn more about the ways your money is promoting clean energy, reducing plastics and protecting forests, check out new Impact Reports and let us know what you think.
Sincerely,
Leslie Samuelrich, President
Green Century Funds
