CIO Insights: A Glass Half Full? Volatility and Opportunity

It is normal for different individuals or institutions to make varying assessments of a particular situation. In a sense, this is a fundamental driver of financial markets, making it possible for there to be both willing buyers and willing sellers simultaneously. Differing perceptions may also help prevent, through restraining the growth of a herd mentality, extreme market swings. With a number of caveats, one can argue for tempered optimism with a glass half full. The recent market moves represent a shift back to a more typical market environment—with higher volatility generating risks but also a range of opportunities.