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But there are certain patterns that suggest some days are better to buy or sell than others.

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On Monday, for example, you might want to avoid selling investments especially stocks.

Also seewhat investors need to know about market risk in 2025.

The Monday Effect

One theory holds that stock prices on Monday tend to follow Fridays actions.

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For those who do, here are three reasons you might not want to sell your investments on Monday.

Proponents of the Monday effect recommend not selling when prices are still on the rise.

When this happens, youre usually better off standing pat rather than selling or buying.

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