Can the stock market remain resilient during times of war and global conflict?
On this episode of the Retire Your Way with ILG Financial video series, Dave and Chase discuss how markets have historically responded to major wartime events and what that may mean for long-term investors. Using historical S&P 500 data, they explore the relationship between geopolitical uncertainty, investor sentiment, and market performance over time.
This conversation offers important perspective for anyone wondering how to stay disciplined when headlines feel overwhelming. Rather than reacting emotionally to short-term volatility, investors may benefit from understanding how markets have behaved across past conflicts and why a long-term approach still matters.
Watch now to learn more about:
-historical stock market performance during wartime
-investor behavior during geopolitical uncertainty
-long-term planning during market volatility
-why perspective matters in retirement investing
Chart Source: https://blueprintip.com/blog/war-what-is-it-good-for-scaring-clients/










Megan Jones joined the ILG Financial team in 2020 as marketing director. Megan and her husband live in Fredericksburg, VA with their German Short Haired Pointer, Gus. Megan is a graduate of Longwood University and holds a degree in communications. Megan is the oldest of Dave Lopez’s three children and not only enjoys working alongside her father, but also with her cousin, Chase, who joined the ILG Financial team in 2020 as an advisor. Megan is also a fully licensed Life, Health, and Annuity agent. When not at work, Megan enjoys sitting on the back porch with family and friends enjoying food and music.
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