{
  "id": 5292687,
  "title": "If a Stock Market Crash Is Coming, History Says This Is the Smartest Move Investors Can Make",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/if-a-stock-market-crash-is-coming-history-says-this-is-the-smartest",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-03T08:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motley Fool",
    "slug": "motley-fool",
    "url": "https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/09/03/if-a-stock-market-crash-is-coming-history-says-thi/?source=iedfolrf0000001"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Despite the S&P 500 recently achieving double-digit gains and reaching near-record levels, it is prudent to consider the potential for a market crash. While the current market conditions may raise concerns about a future decline, the truth remains that history has consistently demonstrated that crashes are an inevitable part of the investing landscape. It is important not to let the fear of an impending crash dictate your investment decisions. Instead, it is wise to prepare for such eventualities, as crashes do not typically result in permanent damage to the investing landscape. By taking a proactive approach and implementing strategies to minimize the impact on your portfolio, investors can mitigate the effects of a market crash. Therefore, when contemplating the possibility of an impending stock market crash, history suggests that the most prudent course of action for investors is to adopt a smart and strategic approach.",
  "summary": "This one move can determine your portfolio's future.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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      {
        "outlet": "Nasdaq Markets",
        "title": "If a Stock Market Crash Is Coming, History Says This Is the Smartest Move Investors Can Make",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/if-a-stock-market-crash-is-coming-history-says-this-is-the-smartest-5294180",
        "published": "2026-09-03T08:25:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}