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March 14, 2026
March 14, 2026: Short-Term Headlines, Long-Term Discipline
Perspective in a Time of Uncertainty; But is the Sky Really Falling? The 401(k) Safety Net
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The Middle East, Market Volatility, and Your Portfolio
Recent tensions in the Middle East, particularly around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, have raised questions about potential impacts on energy markets and the global economy. The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts discuss how geopolitical events can create short-term market volatility, but history shows that markets tend to recover as uncertainty fades and long-term economic fundamentals reassert themselves.
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All Eyes on the Fed—and the Headlines
It’s shaping up to be one of those weeks where everything seems to collide at once—markets reacting in real time to geopolitical tension, a Federal Reserve meeting that could shift the outlook for rates, and headlines that may change by the hour. With the ongoing conflict in Iran driving oil prices and uncertainty, investors are once again being tested on whether to react—or stay disciplined.
Earnings Season, Rewritten
Quarterly earnings have been the heartbeat of public markets for decades—but that rhythm may be about to change. In this conversation, we’ll explore the SEC’s push to make reporting less frequent, what it could mean for transparency and investor behavior, and whether focusing less on short-term results could ultimately be a benefit—or a risk—for long-term investors.
December RMDs Only?
It’s a simple, appealing idea: if markets trend higher over time, why not wait until the end of the year to take your RMD and increase your odds of withdrawing at a higher value? In this segment, we’ll examine where that logic holds up, where it breaks down, and how a disciplined withdrawal strategy—grounded in the Ten-Year Rule—can help remove the guesswork from timing the market.
March Madness
As March Madness betting is projected to hit a record $3.3 billion, the headline suggests explosive growth—but the reality underneath is starting to shift. In this conversation, we’ll unpack what slowing sportsbook growth could signal for the broader industry and why investors should look past the big numbers to understand what’s really changing.
We discuss financial planning encompassing spending, saving, taxes, investments, insurance, retirement, estate plans, and more.
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