The cost of fear: 24-year history shows how exiting the market at the wrong time can hurt returns

Exiting the stock market at the wrong time can severely impact long-term returns. Historical data from 2001-2025 shows missing just a few of the best-performing days significantly lowers returns. Market rebounds often follow corrections, highlighting the importance of staying invested through volatility for wealth creation, says PGIM India Mutual Fund's Abhishek Tiwari.