Investment Friday – U.S. Credit Downgrades, Great Depression Parallels & Market Resilience with Brad Haines | 186

Could today's U.S. economy ever spiral into another Great Depression? It's a question that sparks both fear and fascination—and in this episode, we dive into the facts. With a fresh downgrade from Moody's and soaring national debt, many are wondering: Are we walking a similar path? Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC®, and Brad Haines, CIO of Juncture Wealth Strategies, unpack the financial history, economic reforms, and key differences between then and now. Learn more: What does the recent U.S. credit rating downgrade by Moody's really mean for the markets? How did World War I set the stage for the Great Depression? Why did so many banks fail between 1929 and 1933? How did tariffs and trade policy accelerate the collapse of global commerce in the 1930s? Are today's mortgage and investment regulations strong enough to prevent another financial catastrophe? What are the key differences between 1929's economic collapse and our current financial system? How does leverage today compare to the margin-fueled frenzy of the Roaring 20s? What lessons did we learn from 2008—and how are they protecting investors now? Can the Federal Reserve prevent another depression-level event with modern tools? Why does understanding history make you a better investor today? We love answering listener questions! Send them to Hannah at [email protected] or Brad at [email protected]! Connect with Brad here: Website: https://www.juncturewealth.com Email: [email protected] Connect with Hannah here: X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/ Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/ Hannah's Website: https://hannahrchapman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahchapmanfinancialadvisor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/