The First 3 Stocks I'm Buying if the Market Crashes
The Motley Fool • • business
Key Points:
- The market is not currently crashing, but crashes can occur unpredictably and often happen suddenly rather than gradually. Investors should be prepared for potential downturns as markets tend to recover quickly.
- During last year's tariff-induced crash, the S&P 500 dropped nearly 20% but rebounded to new highs within months, illustrating the importance of readiness to capitalize on buying opportunities during declines.
- Microsoft is highlighted as a resilient stock due to its essential software subscriptions and cloud services, making it a strong long-term investment even if growth slows during economic downturns.
- Alphabet may experience reduced growth during a prolonged downturn due to its reliance on advertising revenue, but its dominant market position ensures continued resilience and potential for rapid growth when advertising spending returns.
- Amazon's
