Mind & Money: how to cope with investment loss

Our expectations for investment growth can sometimes be at odds with what is realistic. In this episode, Becky and Greg discuss investment loss, including tips and strategies for coping with it, dealing with sustained loss and accepting that ‘loss’ is a part of investing and can potentially make you a better investor. Enjoyed listening? Please like and subscribe. Visit ii.co.uk/knowledge-centre/behavioural-finance and ii.co.uk/stock-market-news for more insight and ideas. Becky O’Connor is Head of Pensions & Savings at interactive investor. Greg Davies is a behavioural finance expert at Oxford Risk. See oxfordrisk.com for more information. This material is intended for educational purposes only and is not investment research or a personal recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument or product, or to adopt any investment strategy. The value of your investments can rise as well as fall, and you could get back less than you invested. The investments referred to may not be suitable for all investors, and if in doubt, an investor should seek advice from a qualified investment adviser. Past performance is not a guide to future performance. Interactive Investor Services Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.