Fearless Money Talks

4. Riding the Ups and Downs: Behavior in Volatile Markets

Halbert Hargrove

Markets rise, markets fall, and our emotions often rise and fall with them. This week, hosts Brian Spinelli, CFP®, AIF® and Kelli Kiemle, AIF® dig into how fear and greed shape investor decisions, especially when the headlines are screaming and portfolios are bouncing. From euphoria when everything looks unstoppable to panic when losses hit hard, they share insights on why behavior can be an investor’s biggest challenge.

They talk through practical ways to calm nerves, help avoid costly mistakes, and keep long-term plans in focus, even when the noise feels overwhelming. If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so hard not to “do something” when markets get shaky, this conversation is for you. Tune in for a thoughtful take on behavior and market volatility.

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