Recessions: keeping your perspective
Since 1931, we’ve faced 13 recessions. See the timing and duration of the recessions — and how the stock market rebounded each time.
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Jim Rothenberg, chairman of Capital Research and Management Company, shares his thoughts about these challenging times.
Since 1931, we’ve faced 13 recessions. See the timing and duration of the recessions — and how the stock market rebounded each time.
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Claudia Huntington, portfolio counselor
Analyzing past results is easy; figuring out what lies ahead takes real insight. Portfolio counselor Claudia Huntington explains how we make investment decisions.
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