In times of great change, it is only natural for people to wonder and worry. Without perspective, it morphs into wondering and worrisome-driven decisions or indecision. A general election surfaces this quandary every four years, but even more so this year as we head into what appears to be the most contentious election in modern history.
Even still, today’s candidates aren’t dueling like Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr did in 1804. Most articles and commentaries about the financial impact of an election year are focused on investment returns. Predictions are being made based on history — the months and quarters that are most likely to be positive and negative, as well as the likelihood of a positive market. Some are showing likely upsides and downsides based on which party is elected in each branch of government.
