Q2: How civil unrest impacts the stock market

Linda Garcia, Texas House Representative, author of Wealth Warrior: 8 Steps for Communities of Color to Conquer the Stock Market, and founder of In Luz We Trust, is dedicated to empowering BIPOC and Latinx communities through financial literacy. Her podcast, Investies, tackles real-money topics, demystifies investing, and explores crucial areas like the stock market, money management, and the impact of interest rates on personal finances. Linda’s work advocates for financial independence, championing equity and representation for all, especially immigrants and marginalized communities. As a financial feminist, she encourages listeners—regardless of political affiliation, be it Republican or Democrat—to take control of their financial futures. Through her podcast and advocacy, Linda tackles the intersection of financial education, the economy, and geopolitics, helping diverse communities build wealth and secure their place in today’s financial landscape.To say that we're living in a volatile time is a major understatement: in the last week, Israel launched missile strikes on Iran; our unemployment and inflation numbers are up; and the No Kings protests were a resounding success nationwide. The stock market is reacting (and rebounding) to all of this news. During such a time of upheaval and intensity, it's only natural to feel despair. In this episode, Linda discusses the ebbs and flows of the market, and places our current moment in historical context. There are so many ways to make the stock market work for you as you gain more experience as an investor. If you have questions about different kinds of investing, please reach out! You can find us on Patreon, and submit questions without getting a membership (but we appreciate it if you do decide to invest in our show!). We love speaking with our listeners. Happy investing and happy trading!Produced by Cosmic Standard & In Luz We Trusthttps://www.inluzwetrust.com/wealthwarriorbook Listen early and ad-free for $3/mo on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/Investies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices