Casual Finance Friday: Volatility, Tariffs & Timeless Wisdom from Peter Lynch
By: Steven Higgins Financial Advisor, Registered Principal
Welcome back to Casual Finance Friday, where we take a lighter approach to serious financial topics to help you stay informed and grounded. This week, we’re talking about the recent market volatility and what’s been driving it — mainly uncertainty around global trade policies and tariff tensions. It’s been a choppy few days, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to panic. To put it all in perspective, let’s remember legendary investor Peter Lynch back in 1994.
His message? Stay persistent. Stay disciplined. The headlines may change, but the principles of sound investing don’t. As always, our goal isn’t to react emotionally to short-term noise — it’s to remain focused on your long-term plan. That’s how we weather storms and stay aligned with your aspirations. Perspective. Process. Poise. As always, we are here to talk. If you have questions, concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out. At Higgins & Schmidt, we take pride in our ability to bring clarity and confidence during turbulent times. This is when we’re at our best—and we’re absolutely up to the task.
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