{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":300,"width":600,"title":"War, Markets, and the Strait of Hormuz: What Investors Need to Know Now","description":"We\u2019re now two months into the conflict involving Iran\u2014so what does it really mean for markets and your portfolio? In this episode of Something More with Chris Boyd, Chris is joined by Brian Regan, Senior Portfolio Manager on the AMR Team at Wealth Enhancement, for a timely and grounded conversation about geopolitics, market volatility, and long\u2011term investing discipline. The discussion revisits the market\u2019s initial reaction when the conflict began in late February, the sharp but short-lived selloff, and the subsequent rally back toward all\u2011time highs. Chris and Brian explain why markets often recover faster than headlines suggest\u2014and why investors who remain disciplined are often rewarded. They also explore: Why the Strait of Hormuz matters so much to global energy markets How oil price spikes ripple through inflation, interest rates, and portfolios Which sectors have shown resilience during the conflict Why earnings expectations\u2014not fear\u2014ultimately drive markets How yield curve shifts impact gold, banks, housing, and private credit What could happen if the ceasefire holds\u2014or breaks down Most importantly, this episode reinforces a timeless investing lesson: Short\u2011term geopolitical events are rarely a reason to abandon a sound long\u2011term plan. If global uncertainty has you questioning your portfolio, this conversation offers perspective, context, and calm.   ","author_name":"Something More with Chris Boyd","author_url":"http:\/\/somethingmorewithchrisboyd.libsyn.com","html":"