Here's Why Here's Why 2025 Has Seen Popular Investment Strategies Fall Apart
Jun 13, 2025
Kristine Aquino, the Markets Live Managing Editor at Bloomberg, dives into the shifting landscape of investment strategies in 2025. She explores the decline of US exceptionalism and how traditional strategies are being reevaluated amidst market turmoil. From questioning the status of the dollar as a safe haven to analyzing the impact of recent political dynamics on investor behavior, Aquino highlights the need for adaptability in a volatile market. This conversation offers valuable insights for anyone navigating the current investment climate.
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Old Market Principles Challenged
- Traditional market principles like the US dollar as a safe haven and the 60-40 portfolio strategy are being challenged in 2025.
- Investors face a new reality where former reliable approaches may no longer yield expected results.
Trump's Policy Impact on Markets
- President Donald Trump's policies have been a big catalyst for market uncertainty since his time in office.
- Trade and immigration policy shifts under Trump heightened inflation concerns into 2025.
Global Shifts Affect Investments
- The US's sense of exceptionalism has made foreign assets cheaper and now more attractive.
- Leadership changes worldwide and shifts in diplomatic relations are reshaping global investment priorities.