The longer you stay in the stock market, the more you realize an old saying: when the market is up, you make quick money; when the market is down, whether you can hold onto your profits depends on your core positions and long-term investment attitude. Everyone understands the principle, but few know how to act on it. The market will always correct—the difference lies in whether you panic and sell at a loss or stay calm and hold steady. The core difference behind this is whether you have a long-term allocation that can 'weather the storm.' 1. The U.S. Economy and Rate Cut Expectations Frankly, the current U.S. economy looks strong on the surface: stable employment data, no cliff-like drop in consumption, and generally decent corporate earnings...