During these uncertain times, Fidelity has information and resources to help you navigate a volatile market and your financial future.
Amid uncertainty at home and abroad, you may have concerns about personal finances and the recent investment performance of your retirement savings. Anxiety about the economy, stock market volatility, and the long-term outlook is normal. Fidelity Investments, recordkeeper for the Retirement Savings Plan of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), has resources that can help.
Fidelity’s COVID-19 Resource Center* offers timely information and perspective for your money, health, work, and life. There, you’ll find market insights, strategies for uncertain times, and other related topics, such as dealing with stress, budgeting, and replacing lost income. You’ll also find resources to help maintain perspective in today’s volatile investment market.**
If you participate in the Retirement Savings Plan, log in to NetBenefits and select the COVID-29 Resource Center link on your home page for weekly expert insights, answers to questions about your account, and information about managing emotions during market cycles that can help you be a better investor. Through NetBenefits, you also have 24/7 access to investment strategies, investment options, and the ability to view and make changes to your investments.
These resources will be updated as new information and materials become available, so bookmark either site and be sure to check back periodically.
If you are concerned about recent market downturns, the Board of Pensions and Fidelity Investments invite you to register for this free web workshop.
Navigating Market Volatility
Friday, April 17, at 2 p.m. ET
You can earn 50 Call to Health points for participating in this web workshop.
If you are unable to join this workshop on April 17:
You can speak with a licensed Fidelity retirement planner* (over the phone, at no charge), to discuss your unique financial situation and concerns. To learn how a personal consultation might help you achieve your goals, call 800-642-7131, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET, to get started.
If the market has you concerned or confused, and you prefer to take a more customized approach to investing, Fidelity offers a fee-based, account management service to Retirement Savings Plan participants. Through Personalized Planning & Advice, a team of Fidelity professionals can work with you to provide an investment strategy tailored to your specific situation and risk tolerance. Once you log in to NetBenefits, select Personalized Planning & Advice from the Quick Links drop-down menu, or call 866-811-6041 to speak with a representative.
It may be difficult to hold steady with your retirement savings strategy in these uncertain times. But don’t give up. According to Fidelity Investments, in previous recessions, some of the strongest market returns have often occurred when news headlines seemed the bleakest. Stay focused on your goals and remember that you’re in this for the long-term.
*This resource is available, regardless of whether or not you participate in the Retirement Savings Plan.
**Investing involves risk, including risk of loss. The value of your investment will fluctuate over time and you may gain or lose money.
