It is hard to say what drives market behavior, but as volatility returns there seem to be a few drivers. A record bull run is a big part of this as correction fears loom larger. Announced tariffs and a prospective trade-war may be the most direct influence. Regardless, volatility is back and likely to stay through the balance of the cycle. The real question becomes what do you do about this? Let’s focus on the here and now. Next time we will return to looking at the macro view of optimizing your retirement.

While this is a couple of weeks old now it presents an interesting framework for analysis of market conditions. Not surprisingly valuation appears as a problem. Somewhat surprising is that most other data points are not that bad. Where Do We Go From Here?

The same author provides a useful framework in this older article. If you want to be proactive and apply some hedge to your portfolio, take a look. You likely can update the numbers in the analysis yourself to get a more accurate picture. The concepts hold true, though, when volatility returns, if you are interested. 27 ETFs To Consider For Hedging Your Portfolio Risk

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Volatility Returns: Time to Consider Dividend Stocks
A common drumbeat here revolves around the very best dividend stocks as a staple investment. That holds true when volatility returns as well. By maintaining its income producing capability your portfolio can mitigate valuation corrections. It may be worth considering focusing more on income producing and less on market appreciation. 9 Safe Dividend Stocks to Buy for “Timely” Retirement Yield This is dated, I encourage you to update the analysis, but ETFs may be a more efficient way to access dividend stars. These Are The Top Dividend ETFs

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Mark Schwarzmann

Mark Schwarzmann brings over 25 years diverse experience, including four years as a Board Member and Membership Committee Chair at the American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI). He has run businesses in very large organizations (GE, American Express, and Ameriprise Financial) and small, entrepreneurial enterprises (Acadia Capital, Allfinanz and the GE Capital – ResCom joint venture), and has carried both NASD Series 7/24 and life licenses. His diverse background, global experience, work with corporate boards, non-profit boards, industry analysts, rating agencies, and related policymaking exposure provides an uncommon perspective.

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