During periods of armed conflict, investors typically shift toward defensive assets that historically maintain value during geopolitical instability. Commodities like gold and oil, defense sector stocks, Treasury bonds, and consumer staples companies top the list of what to invest in during war. The flight-to-safety phenomenon drives capital toward stable currencies such as the U.S. dollar and Swiss franc. War-related market volatility creates both risks and opportunities. This is why portfolio diversification across these asset classes serves as a foundational approach for protecting wealth.
A financial advisor can help you evaluate your portfolio and make recommendations for how to respond to geopolitical events.
