Markets Are Falling Hard. How to Ride Out Another Trade War.
Jan 20, 2026, 3:13 PM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Tariff worries and rising Treasury yields historically lead to fading investor confidence and lower equities. Similar conditions led to negative market performance in previous downturns when geopolitical tensions escalated.
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Facing renewed tariff concerns and geopolitical instability, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield spiked to its highest level since September, which is likely to increase market volatility. This environment may push investors towards lower volatility stocks and defensive sectors, while gold and silver miners see significant gains as a hedge against inflation. Expect SPY to reflect these cautionary movements as market sentiment shifts.
10-year Treasury yield rises to 4.3%, highest since early September.
Renewed tariff fears causing market volatility like early 2025.
Investors advised to focus on lower volatility and defensive stocks.
Gold and silver prices soar, boosting related mining stocks significantly.
Smaller companies may outperform large caps amid geopolitical tensions.
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