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Ep 38: When Politics Pause and Portfolios Don’t

It’s been over three weeks since the government shutdown began — now one of the longest in U.S. history. By the time this episode airs, Congress may have reached a deal, but the uncertainty surrounding it mirrors the broader unease in today’s markets.

Inflation, rate policy, and concentrated stock performance have investors questioning what comes next. So rather than dive into politics, we’ll focus on how markets have historically handled government shutdowns — and what that might tell us about navigating uncertainty today.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

  • How markets have historically performed during government shutdowns—and why the results might surprise you.
  • What the VIX (the “fear index”) and gold prices really signal about investor sentiment.
  • Why diversification and rebalancing matter more than ever amid concentrated market performance.
  • How consistent investing helps you benefit from market cycles instead of fearing them.
  • Smart portfolio moves for MedSpa owners navigating uncertainty in 2025.

Tags:

medspa owner, government shutdown, market volatility, investment strategy, fear index, gold prices, diversification, rebalancing, consistent investing, financial planning, long-term wealth, medspa business, portfolio management, investment resilience, inflation, federal reserve

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