Use fear to drive your investment decisions

There are only two forces that move markets: fear and greed. And one 'fear index' is an excellent signal of market direction, says Karim Rahemtulla. Here's how it can guide your investment decisions.

There are only two driving forces that move the stock market: fear and greed.

Based on these two hugely influential factors, many investors simply watch the market's daily gyrations and listen to the folks on television scream and shout about it - without offering any solid, profitable advice.

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