Stocks are down 19.43% for the year which is only a few basis points away from the 20% drawdown which is the technical definition of a bear market. Even if we do not get into a bear market, stocks are likely headed for their worst performance since the 46.58% loss witnessed in 2009.

With elections only a few days away, investors are hoping for a peaceful process followed by some policy clarity going forward to inject some positivity into the market. Below are how stocks performed in November.