US Markets Starting To Look Like A 'Banana Republic'? | New Harbor Financial

Apr 24, 2025

In this insightful discussion, financial experts John Llodra and Mike Preston from New Harbor Financial dive into the unsettling state of U.S. markets, likening current trends to 'banana republic' behavior. They analyze rising bond yields and a weakening dollar, and how these symptoms suggest deeper issues. The duo also emphasizes the importance of emotional resilience for investors amid volatility, advocating for strategic realignment and careful investment in precious metals like gold and silver as safe havens during turbulent times.

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INSIGHT

US Markets Mirror Emerging Crises

The recent spike in bond yields and weakened dollar resemble crises typical in emerging markets, not the US.
These anomalies are largely policy-driven and create unusual market volatility.

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Speed of Rate Rise Shakes Markets

The speed of interest rate spikes mattered more than the yield height itself in triggering bond market stress.
Rapid rate rises disturbed leveraged hedge fund trades, risking large forced liquidations and further yield increases.

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Fed-White House Tensions Rattle Markets

Administration tensions between President Trump and Fed Chair Powell contribute to steepening yield curves.
The apparent politicization of the Fed unnerves markets, fueling fears of diminished US economic stability.

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Stocks prices are down, yields on bonds are up, and the dollar is weakening.This is the type of behavior one expects from emerging markets falling into "banana republic" trouble -- not what one expects of the US.In today's interview with the senior partners at New Harbor Financial, we discuss what's causing this worrisome action, how much longer it's likely to persist, and why investors need to prevent their emotions from causing them to make regrettable decisions.WORRIED ABOUT THE MARKET? SCHEDULE YOUR FREE PORTFOLIO REVIEW with Thoughtful Money's endorsed financial advisors at https://www.thoughtfulmoney.com#tariffs #volatility #goldprice _____________________________________________ Thoughtful Money LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor Promoter.We produce educational content geared for the individual investor. It’s important to note that this content is NOT investment advice, individual or otherwise, nor should be construed as such.We recommend that most investors, especially if inexperienced, should consider benefiting from the direction and guidance of a qualified financial advisor registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or state securities regulators who can develop & implement a personalized financial plan based on a customer’s unique goals, needs & risk tolerance.IMPORTANT NOTE: There are risks associated with investing in securities.Investing in stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds, mutual funds, money market funds, and other types of securities involve risk of loss. Loss of principal is possible. Some high risk investments may use leverage, which will accentuate gains & losses. Foreign investing involves special risks, including a greater volatility and political, economic and currency risks and differences in accounting methods.A security’s or a firm’s past investment performance is not a guarantee or predictor of future investment performance.Thoughtful Money and the Thoughtful Money logo are trademarks of Thoughtful Money LLC.Copyright © 2025 Thoughtful Money LLC. All rights reserved.