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Patience over panic: Geopolitical impacts on the economy and financial market
In this timely episode, Nationwide’s Chief Economist Kathy Bostjancic and Chief Investment Officer of Nationwide Funds Chris Graham break down how the recent conflict in Iran is influencing the U.S. economy, global financial markets, and the Federal Reserve’s policy path. Together, they unpack the economic ripple effects that geopolitical shocks can create—from volatility in equities, bonds, and commodities to pressures on key sectors of the U.S. economy. The conversation also looks ahead, exploring market resilience and what investors may expect in the weeks surrounding the upcoming FOMC…
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