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North Korea and the Market

By Lineweaver Financial Group
August 21, 2017 Category: North Korea, Market, Conflict, Lineweaver Wealth Advisors

August 21, 2017 We know that many of you have been interested in the events unfolding between President Trump and North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un. Keep in mind that: Rhetoric does not necessarily equal action:No doubt there has been much bluster in the media lately between President Trump and North Koreas Leader, Kim Jong-un. We should keep in mind, however, that rhetoric is not the same as action. Rest assured that military policy decisions are not being based on President Trumps tweets or Kim Jong-uns statements. President Trump is surrounded by a strong cabinet of highly accomplished and highly experienced military leaders including Gen. James Mattis, Gen. John Kelly, and Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster. We should trust these leaders to guide our Nation through times of crisis. Market performance in times of conflict:History provides relevant context with respect to market performance in times of conflict. Since 1900, there have been 7 major geopolitical crises that have included armed