Money with Murphy: Q1 2026 Market Review: Adjusting to Volatility

Money with Murphy: Q1 2026 Market Review: Adjusting to Volatility

Markets entered the new year on solid footing but quickly had to deal with the escalation of conflict in Iran. Oil prices surged, volatility picked up, and the investment landscape was reshaped. In this week’s Money with Murphy, Kara explains the key takeaways from the quarter and reasons to remain optimistic about the market beneath the noise.
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