Government Shutdown: Short-Term Disruption, Limited Financial Long-Term Impact
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Government Shutdown: Short-Term Disruption, Limited Financial Long-Term Impact

Washington is once again in a government shutdown. Investors may be asking, does this really matter for the economy and markets? History provides a valuable perspective. What History Shows Shutdowns occur when Congress fails to pass appropriation bills or a temporary funding extension. When that happens, federal agencies close, hundreds of thousands of workers are…

Navigating Market Volatility: Strategic Insights Amid Rising Trade Tensions
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Navigating Market Volatility: Strategic Insights Amid Rising Trade Tensions

The announcement of blanket tariffs on all foreign goods coming to the U.S. resulted in a sharp market selloff yesterday. Indications for today show no reprieve, as China, the world’s second-largest economy, is imposing its tariffs on U.S. goods. While historically, similar sparks have ignited a global trade war, immense uncertainty remains.  Further retaliatory announcements…