Matt Curfman, CFP®, CEO & Co-Owner of Richmond Brothers, discusses the recent market volatility and its impact on the economy, focusing on tariffs, trade wars, and inflation. He stresses the importance of balancing safety and growth in your investment strategy, especially during uncertain times, and highlights how advancements in artificial intelligence are shaping the future. Tune in for expert insights and actionable guidance on navigating today’s financial landscape—watch now to learn more!

• 0:00 Introduction & Agenda
• 0:37 Market Overview for February
• 1:13 Year-to-Date Performance
• 1:28 Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Turbulence
• 1:40 Current Economic Fundamentals
• 1:59 Federal Reserve’s Role
• 2:27 Balanced Investment Strategy
• 3:10 Safety Nets and Smooth Ride Strategies
• 3:45 AI and Economic Growth
• 4:13 Closing Remarks

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Sources:

YCharts

https://ground.news/article/trump-says-mexico-canada-tariffs-will-start-march-4-plus-additional-10-on-china_d1c9a7?utm_source=mobile-app&utm_medium=newsroom-share

https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/12/business/us-cpi-consumer-inflation-january/index.html

https://ground.news/article/crypto-market-sell-off-how-trumps-tariffs-are-driving-a-crypto-liquidation?utm_source=mobile-app&utm_medium=newsroom-share

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