Despite volatility in the stock market, there’s generally an upward trajectory. But what if you want to retire soon, and prices are falling for who knows how long? NTD asked Mark Pearson for his advice.

Investing for Success
There have been many studies, theorists and practitioners who have believed they have found the answer. The simple truth however, is that the market is such a complex and volatile system that no investor is capable of beating it entirely. However, there are a number of principles that have proven through time to be effective at guiding successful investment decisions.