The stock market is often seen as a rollercoaster of emotions, with soaring highs and gut-wrenching lows. When a crash occurs, panic sets in, investors sell in fear, and headlines scream of financial doom. However, history tells a different story: stock market crashes are not disasters—they are golden opportunities for those who understand the underlying patterns of the market. In this blog, we’ll explore why market crashes happen, how they create opportunities, and how you can position yourself to benefit from them. Understanding Stock Market Crashes A stock market crash is a sudden, sharp decline in stock prices, usually triggered by economic downturns, geopolitical events, financial crises, or widespread investor panic. Some of the most famous crashes include: The Great Depression (1929): The Dow Jones lost nearly 90% of its value over three years. Black Monday (1987): A 22% drop in a single day due to computerized trading. Dot-com Bubble (2000): A crash caused by excessive specu...