Volatility Alert – Tariffs, Bear Markets, and Your Investments Explained

On This Episode:

Markets are bouncing, headlines are loud, and many investors are wondering how much more volatility is coming. In this episode, Ryan, Ron and Nick explain what’s driving the latest market volatility, specifically the renewed wave of aggressive tariffs, and how investors can respond without falling into reaction mode.

The conversation unpacks the ripple effect of policy changes on inflation, global trade, and consumer confidence, and digs into what history shows about bear markets and recoveries. You’ll also hear why trying to time your exit and re-entry is nearly impossible, and how a diversified, “all-season” portfolio can keep you grounded no matter what the economy throws your way.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

📉 What triggered the latest market drop

🌐 How tariffs impact global trade and inflation

🐻 Bear market averages, recoveries, and what to expect

🔁 Why market timing often backfires

📊 How smart portfolios rebalance through volatility

 

0:00 – Intro

1:55 – Market Volatility Update

4:07 – Why Is Market Impacted So Negatively?

7:11 – What To Expect in a Typical Bear Market

14:47 – Dangers of Trying to Time the Market

20:23 – Executing Investment Beliefs

25:35 – Taking Advantage of Volatility

 

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