Safe Haven Assets

In recent months, the level of market volatility has surged significantly due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the risks it poses to the global economy. According to most estimates, the world could be on the brink of a depression, with the potential disappearance of many companies. However, this is not the first time market volatility has been a concern.

Imagine that you used all your savings to buy shares in a promising IT company. The company has released new products, reported good revenues, and the share price has risen sharply. You rejoice in the earnings. But then the CEO of the startup makes an unfortunate joke on Twitter, it causes a scandal and the stock plummeted in price, and you are in the red. Stressful situation, right? To worry less, you shouldn't build a portfolio of only risky assets, such as startup stocks. You need to invest in so-called safe haven assets as well.