Worried about a market crash? Here’s how to protect your retirement savings

The Globe and Mail
February 17, 2026.

After three strong years for the TSX, discussion about when the next decline is coming has been increasing.

Anwar Husain, Senior Investment Advisor, shares that while a negative year will eventually arrive, it is not possible to accurately predict the timing. The more important question is how a downturn would affect your retirement goals.

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