2026 could be crappy for the stock market, and that would be normal 📉

Most years are volatile, and sometimes we close lower 🤷🏻‍♂️

I think it’s good practice to start the year with a stock market warning — especially when the market is near all-time highs, and bullishness is in the air.

Sure, the stock market usually goes up.

But it’s never smooth sailing. Sometimes, the market goes down. This is especially true over short periods, such as one year. It’s a reality that everyone must accept when investing in the stock market.

Here are some unpleasant stats to consider as we prepare for what’s to come: