“For those properly prepared, the bear market is not only a calamity but an opportunity.” Sir John Templeton (Investing Master) The safest time to enter stock market is usually after the correction, main difference for a trader and an investor is on how much discount is needed.  A wise shopper would wait patiently for the Great Singapore Sales to buy desired products in bulk at significant discount.  Similarly, an expert trader or seasoned investor would wait for the sales of desired stocks, when majority of the people are still fearful, only then the share price could fall to an attractive level. The up and down in stock prices reflect both the business performance and the emotions of traders.  The best time to buy stocks is when people worry the sky will fall down but the same business still makes money consistently each day.  Such golden ......