Geopolitical Risk, Market Volatility, and Your Financial Plan
Headlines can change in an afternoon. A financial plan is built to carry you through years of changing headlines.
Navigating Market Volatility: Lessons From 2022 Through Early 2026
Navigating market volatility hasn’t been easy — from inflation shocks and rate hikes to AI-driven rallies and geopolitical risks. But these moments offer valuable perspective for long-term investors. Here are the key lessons from 2022 through early 2026.
Bautis Financial Advisor Commentary: Navigating Markets Amid the Iran War
Markets are reacting to the US-Israel war on Iran, with swings in stocks and oil prices. In our latest Advisor Commentary, Marc Bautis discusses how to navigate markets during uncertain times like these.
Gold Pulls Back Despite Global Uncertainty
Despite geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns, gold prices have pulled back. This shift is a reminder that even traditional safe havens are influenced by broader market forces — and why diversification remains important.
How Energy Disruptions Influence Markets
When energy supply is disrupted, markets tend to react. But history shows geopolitical shocks rarely derail markets for long. Here, we uncover how energy disruptions influence markets and what investors should keep in mind.
Bautis Financial Advisor Commentary: The Middle East Conflict
The escalation of military operations in the Middle East has introduced new uncertainty into global markets. Short-term swings can feel alarming – but history shows long-term plans endure.
Navigating Uncertainty: Geopolitical Tensions and Global Events
It’s a tense time globally, and many are wondering how market volatility tied to the Middle East conflict could affect their finances. Here, we explore what’s happening, how markets are reacting, and what investors should consider next.