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MPR News with Angela Davis
Chris Farrell and Karen Zamora

Is it safe to start investing during an economic crisis?

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on March 2.
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on March 2 in New York City.
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The economic hit of the coronavirus pandemic has left thousands of people unemployed or working fewer hours. It might seem insensitive to think about investing during an economic crisis, but if you have the means then it could be worth considering.

MPR News guest host Chris Farrell talks with two personal finance experts on the basics of investing: Is it safe to start now? What are the first steps? How do you know what is the best investment approach?

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