Navigating Geopolitical Tensions: Lessons for Investors
Geopolitical conflicts often rattle investors, raising fears of sharp portfolio declines - a concern clearly visible amid the latest India-Pakistan tensions. Yet a broader look at history - from India’s past standoffs to major global wars - paints a reassuring picture. While wars can trigger short-term volatility, stock markets have repeatedly demonstrated resilience. They have rewarded long-term investors who avoid impulsive reactions and instead ground their strategies in empirical data and historical market resilience.