News & Investment Updates From Blueprint Financial Advisors
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War! What Is It Good For? Scaring You!
With headlines dominated by geopolitical tensions and recent U.S. military actions, investors are once again asking a familiar question: What does war mean for markets?
Data from Nasdaq Dorsey Wright provides historical context by analyzing how various asset classes have behaved following major U.S. military escalations over the past century. The findings may surprise investors who instinctively associate conflict with prolonged market declines.
Investment Update
Don’t Be Caught Swimming Naked When The Tide Goes Back Out
Price tends to drive sentiment. When an asset rises quickly, we usually see a familiar pattern:
- Enthusiasm mounts
- Our inbox fills up with questions about potentially increasing allocation
- Confidence feels justified, rising prices create narratives, and momentum begins to feel like validation
When prices decline, the tone shifts just as quickly:
- Urgency fades
- Skepticism replaces conviction
- Assets that felt compelling weeks earlier suddenly feel risky
The recent volatility in Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market is simply the latest example of this pattern. It is not unique to digital assets. The same cycle has played out repeatedly across technology stocks, real estate, commodities, and precious metals over time.
This month’s Note examines what volatility reveals about risk, popularity, and positioning — and why we think risk management and investing process matter most when sentiment reaches extremes.
But first, here’s a summary of the global asset classes utilized in our portfolios and their exposures for March.
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