Investors should not fear a stockmarket crash, as the S&P 500 index has risen by over 40% since last October. This growth is mirrored in peer markets in Europe, Japan, and Canada, which have also seen significant increases. Central banks' decision to cut interest rates has contributed to this upswing, with many monetary guardians slashing borrowing costs amidst climbing corporate profits and surging animal spirits.

Source: https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/10/24/investors-should-not-fear-a-stockmarket-crash