

Single Best Idea with Tom Keene: Rebecca Patterson & Tina Fordham
Jun 13, 2025
Explore the importance of strategic portfolio diversification and effective investment management for growth. Delve into the complexities of oil imports amid Middle Eastern tensions and their implications for the U.S. economy. Discover the vulnerabilities faced by energy-importing nations and how political divisiveness impacts financial markets. Lastly, learn about the evolving landscape of news coverage and innovative products designed to strengthen parent-child bonds.
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US Energy Self-Sufficiency Insight
- The U.S. is more energy self-sufficient, reducing vulnerability to oil shocks compared to others.
- Yet, current geopolitical tensions add uncertainty that could pause business activity in the U.S.
Divisiveness Blocks Market Dialogue
- Political divisiveness in the U.S. hampers productive discussion on global threats affecting markets.
- Investors should focus on systemic risks from conflicts rather than partisan debates.