The David Lin Report Markets In Crisis As Middle East War Breaks Out, Sell Now Or Wait? | Michael Gayed
Jun 16, 2025
Michael Gayed, Publisher of the Lead-Lag Report and Portfolio Manager of the Free Markets ETF, dives into the turbulent waters of the Israel-Iran conflict and its dramatic effects on global markets. He discusses strategic investments during geopolitical uncertainty, spotlighting resilient sectors like energy, gold, and Bitcoin. Gayed shares insights on a new ETF targeting deregulation and how such changes could stir market volatility. Tune in for expert predictions on inflation, Treasury outlooks, and the unpredictable nature of today’s financial climate.
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Market Underreaction to War Risk
- Markets show complacency about escalating Israel-Iran conflict, possibly underreacting to geopolitical risks.
- Multi-day airstrikes could escalate tensions further, making current market reactions potentially misleading.
Investing Amid Geopolitical Risk
- Tilt equity exposure towards energy due to geopolitics and deregulation benefits, including uranium.
- Include gold as a hedge and consider Bitcoin for diversification, anticipating potential spread widening favoring long-dated treasuries.
Deregulation as Market Catalyst
- Deregulation is a significant market driver, boosting mid and small caps and increasing market volatility.
- Free Markets ETF (FMKT) uses AI to identify companies that benefit most from deregulation measures.