I'm Not Worried About a Bear Market in 2026. Here's Why.

The author argues that long-term investors shouldn't fear bear markets, as they present buying opportunities through dollar-cost averaging. Using the Vanguard Morningstar Total Stock Market ETF as an example, the article demonstrates that even investing before the 2022 bear market would have yielded positive returns today. The key strategy is to maintain a diversified portfolio and stick to an investment plan rather than attempting to time the market.