#295 | John Rapley Explains Why Investing Success Depends on Understanding Inflation & Market Volatility - Financial Literacy, Financial Advisors & Wealth

Worried about the current investment climate and your money?Click the link below and book a call for personalized advice to help you feel secure and protected about your retirement:https://makebetterwealthdecisions.s.gy/podcastCould the biggest risks to your portfolio be hiding in today's headlines instead of the stock market?From conflict in the Middle East to rising government debt, stubborn inflation, and growing questions surrounding AI-driven market valuations, today's macroeconomic environment is creating challenges that many investors aren't fully considering. In this episode, John Rapley, contributing columnist for The Globe and Mail, explains how geopolitics, monetary policy, energy markets, and global economic shifts could shape investing opportunities and risks over the coming years.You'll discover:Why inflation may remain higher for longer—and what that could mean for interest rates, bonds, and your investment portfolio.How geopolitical events, energy markets, and government debt can create market volatility that investors should prepare for.Why emerging markets may offer compelling long-term investing opportunities as global economic leadership continues to shift.If you want a clearer understanding of how today's biggest global events could influence your investing decisions tomorrow, this episode will help you connect the dots before the next wave of market volatility arrives.John De Goey's Books. Grab your copy from Amazon:Bullshift: How Optimism Bias Threatens Your FinancesSTANDUP to the Financial Services IndustryThe Professional Financial Advisor IV