Market Volatility Grows as Geopolitics Drive Rates Higher

Geopolitical instability in the Middle East is shaking markets as higher oil prices revive inflation fears and push Treasury yields up. Jason England says the 10-year could move toward the high end of the 4.30% range, with stress already visible in areas like Blackstone’s private credit funds. He recommends active fixed-income strategies, cash preservation, and disciplined commodity trend-following until the Fed’s policy outlook becomes clearer.

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