After six months of calm, market volatility is increasing. Concerns about inflation, the upcoming election and seasonal weakness pose a headwind for stocks. To prepare for a surge in volatility, it’s advisable to trim your growth stock winners and add some crash-resistant stocks.Savvy investors have many reasons to seek defensive exposure. Due to persistent inflation rates, investors are bracing for higher rates, which could negatively impact risk assets like stocks. Moreover, with the U.S. elections beckon ...