5 tips for retail investors to navigate a less predictable market ahead

Five tips for retail investors to avoid potential landmines and manage volatility

"Volatility can work in investors' favour, as long as they keep an eye on the longer-term picture and leverage upon it as part of a disciplined investment plan, while staying diversified across various asset classes," says Mr Vasu Menon, vice-preside
"Volatility can work in investors' favour, as long as they keep an eye on the longer-term picture and leverage upon it as part of a disciplined investment plan, while staying diversified across various asset classes," says Mr Vasu Menon, vice-president and senior investment strategist at OCBC Bank. PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO
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After a year of low volatility and high returns, retail investors find themselves navigating a far less predictable market this year with potential landmines seemingly scattered in every direction.

The roller-coaster has already kicked into gear, as Ms Carmen Lee, head of OCBC investment research, notes.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on April 29, 2018, with the headline 5 tips for retail investors to navigate a less predictable market ahead. Subscribe