What Happens to Your Money When War Starts?

Hi Besties!
It feels like World War III is about to start - and yet, Wall Street isn’t even blinking?! Why? This week, I’m breaking down the relationship between war, the economy, and the stock market. If you’ve been watching global tensions rise and wondering what it means for your investments, this episode is for you.

We’re diving into the hard stats, the historical trends, and the unexpected resilience of the share market. You’ll learn why markets often don’t react the way you’d expect, how to avoid panic during uncertainty, and the three key things I’m doing right now as an investor. Plus, we revisit what economists call “the war puzzle” - and why long-term investing is still the answer, even in a geopolitical crisis.

☺️ WHO AM I?
Hi! I'm Simran, a Forbes 30 Under 30, Young New Zealander of the Year, and best-selling author. Before I studied finance, I was an optometrist working 9 to 5, dreaming of financial independence. With over 10M downloads, Friends That Invest is now the world’s largest investing education platform for women and minorities. I’m here to share easy-to-follow strategies, insights, and personal stories to help you build wealth and confidence in investing.

📌 Timestamps:
00:00 The Impact of War on the Economy
02:49 Understanding the Share Market's Resilience
06:05 Investor Strategies in Times of Uncertainty

🔑 Keywords to help more besties find this channel: war economy, stock market, investment strategies, inflation, geopolitical crisis, long-term investing, index funds, economic resilience, financial education, Friends That Invest

ps: if this episode helped you feel a little less stressed about what’s going on in the world, take a screenshot, tag @friendsthatinvest and share it with someone who needs to hear this. The more we know, the calmer we stay.

Love,
Sim xx