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marketwatch_top apr 22, 2026

Market chaos gives money managers a chance to beat index funds — just like they’re supposed to do

Market volatility allows money managers to outperform index funds by avoiding certain sectors.

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market chaos is giving active managers a rare opening to beat index funds — the job they're supposed to do. the "set it and forget it" approach of index funds is at risk in volatile conditions. savvy managers can dodge entire sectors that an index fund is forced to hold, potentially sidestepping big losses.
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