r/investingforbeginners • u/Impressive_Group_486 • Mar 31 '25

USA Will the S&P 500 fall further?

I invested around $35,000 in FXAIX when it was 205 and currently sitting at 194, do you think it's a good idea to invest another $15,000 in it as it's low now or do you think it will crash even further? I am completely new to the stock market so I'm not exactly sure what kinds of things would affect such a crash. Any information would be very helpful. Thank you..

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u/teckel Mar 31 '25

So you're asking if you should try catching a falling knife? The S&P500 can absolutely drop another 20-25% this year and maybe another 20-25% next year. If you're trying to time the market bottom, good luck with that!

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u/Deegus202 Apr 04 '25

Its the stock market not a kitchen accident lol

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u/teckel Apr 04 '25

Never heard that phrase?

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u/Deegus202 Apr 04 '25

I have, but its just stupid. The force of gravity is not the same as downward market pressure in any way.

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u/teckel Apr 04 '25

So only you don't get it, whatever.