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After a period of relative calm in the markets, in recent days the increase in volatility in the stock market
has resulted in renewed anxiety for many investors. From February 1-5, the US market (as measured by
the Russell 3000 Index) fell almost 6%, resulting in many investors wondering what the future holds and
if they should make changes to their portfolios. While it may be difficult to remain calm during a substantial
market decline, it is important to remember that volatility is a normal part of investing. Additionally,
for long-term investors, reacting emotionally to volatile markets may be more detrimental to
portfolio performance than the drawdown itself.