Should You Buy ETFs at All-Time Highs? Here's What History Says

The stock market has been reaching new heights in recent weeks. Since their low points in early April, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) and Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) have surged by around 26% and 35%, respectively, as of this writing.While the market may seem unstoppable right now, investing at record highs can carry a couple of risks. For one, it's a costly time to buy, as many stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are at their highest prices ever. Second, if a downturn is looming, there's a chance your portfolio could immediately drop in value if you buy now.So what does history say about investing in ETFs at peak prices? There's very good news for investors -- plus some tried-and-true tactics to protect your money.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool