Should You Be Worried About Your Investments and Retirement as War Escalates and Oil Prices Rise?

War is escalating, oil prices are rising and markets are reacting. So what does that actually mean for your investments and retirement?

In this episode, we go beyond the headlines to unpack what's really happening, and answer the big question investors are asking right now: do I need to act?

Inside this episode: • What war and rising oil prices are actually doing to markets • Why volatility makes even experienced investors second-guess themselves • The common mistake people make when reacting to headlines • How to think about your investments when things feel uncertain • The one question to ask before making any move

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