
- Jan 26, 2018
- 5 min
Current Perspectives on the Risks of Losses
There are two kinds of losses. Obviously, one kind of loss is an actual loss from selling something for less than it was purchased. Keys to avoiding an actual loss are to not buy too high, when the outlook is too rosy or there is a fear of missing out, and not sell too low, when the outlook is too glum or people are panicking. The second kind of loss is less obvious and occurs when investments are sold or not made. In this case, better days lay ahead and the opportunity to ex