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Why investor fear and anxiety play a role in market volatility
2025 has already been eventful for investors. Many factors are influencing market volatility, and one cause you might have overlooked is the emotions of investors. Read on to find out why fear and anxiety might lead to the value of investments falling. US president Donald Trump entered the White House for a second term in January. Since then, his policies have caused global uncertainty, particularly the introduction of tariffs on goods imported into the US. Indeed, Forbes re

Tom from Harken Financial
May 20, 20254 min read
How to stop following the investment crowd and stick to your strategy
We’re only weeks into 2025, and it’s already been one filled with market volatility and uncertainty. At times like this, being part of a crowd might feel comforting, but following the investment decisions of others could lead to choices that aren’t right for you. Political and economic uncertainty means investors may already have experienced the value of their investments falling this year. In fact, towards the end of January, you might have been affected by the value of US t

Tom from Harken Financial
Feb 11, 20254 min read
Impact vs ESG investing: Which is “right” for you?
The trend for wanting your money to have a positive effect on the world when you invest has been growing. If it’s something you’ve considered, the terminology might seem confusing with phrases like “ESG investing” and “impact investing” used interchangeably. Read on to discover what the difference is and how it might affect your investment decisions. ESG and impact investing share similarities but take different approaches ESG investing incorporates environmental, social, and

Tom from Harken Financial
Aug 15, 20244 min read
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