The world’s not ending. But the game? It’s changing—fast.

Shernice軒嬣 2000
04-09

For years, investors had the wind at their backs. Globalization made everything easier:

Trade was booming. Supply chains ran like clockwork. Prices stayed low.

That era is fading.

We’re stepping into a new world—fragmentation.

Countries are tightening trade. Tariffs are on the rise.

Nations are shifting toward local production—even if it’s more expensive.

This isn’t just politics. It’s economics. And it matters.

When the world trades freely, everyone wins:

Cheaper goods

Higher productivity

Greater access

But start pulling that apart?

Prices go up. Efficiency drops. Inflation gets stickier.

Globalization didn’t just grow profits—it helped keep inflation down.

As trade expanded, goods got cheaper.

Consumers benefited. Central banks caught a break. Investors thrived.

Now? That tailwind is gone.

And with it comes structural cost pressures.

Local production often means higher wages, more friction, and fewer efficiencies.

It’s not inherently bad—but it’s inflationary.

And that changes everything we’ve come to assume about investing.

So here’s my view:

We need to reset our framework.

Every investing decision now demands a new context.

If inflation is structurally higher, we can’t rely on the same valuation multiples.

Cost of capital rises. Discount rates? Back in play.

This isn’t about panic—it’s about recalibration.

Old models won’t work in a new regime.

Don’t count on mean reversion. Expect structural shifts.

And most importantly—own your risk. Know what you’re exposed to.

Here’s another truth:

You can’t forecast your way through this.

Policies, trade relationships, power dynamics—they’re all in flux.

Predicting the next 6–12 months? Good luck.

That’s not a weakness. It’s reality.

So what do I focus on?

Probabilities. Positioning. Price.

Instead of guessing the future, I ask:

“How are assets priced based on this new landscape—and does that make sense?”

In uncertain times, discipline is the edge.

Volatility isn’t something to avoid—it’s something to study.

Opportunity often hides in hesitation.

But only if you stay rational, not reactive.

And remember: falling prices don’t always mean rising risk.

Markets go on sale. That’s part of the cycle.

The real question isn’t “Will it fall more?”

It’s: “Am I being fairly compensated for the risk I’m taking?”

Despite the shifts, I still see the U.S. as a strong investment environment:

Deep capital markets

Leading innovation

A rule of law that still beats most of the world

But I no longer see it as the “automatic best.”

It’s not a default—it’s a deliberate choice.

This isn’t just about reacting to headlines.

It’s about rethinking how we invest—and why.

The world is changing.

Smart investors will change with it.


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Modified in.04-09
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