Investors have always climbed a wall of worry, and Q1 2026 added a few more bricks.
AI overspending.
AI disruption.
Private credit concerns.
Iran and oil.
Plenty to worry about, as usual.
And yet a sample globally diversified 60% stock/40% bond portfolio was down just 1.85% for the quarter, even with the S&P 500 down 4.33%.
The risks are real. They always are. It’s just a reminder that perspective, discipline, and diversification still matter.