Hello Trader,

I hope this email finds you well. I wanted to share some important insights about a challenge we're all facing in today's market environment.

The Reality of Trading Through Political Volatility

We're experiencing a market environment with significant political events causing unusual market conditions. Whether it's tariff announcements, policy shifts, or geopolitical tensions, these events create more than just typical news volatility – they create extended periods of market uncertainty.

This presents a unique challenge: the systems and strategies that work well during “normal” market conditions often underperform during these politically charged periods.

Why Your Reliable System May Temporarily Fail

Every trading strategy is built on a fundamental premise – a window of predictability that gives us an edge. But these strategies typically assume relatively normal market behavior. When we encounter:

• Extended periods of policy uncertainty
• Emotional market reactions to political announcements
• News cycles that sensationalize every development
• Institutional investors in “wait and see” mode

The conditions your system was designed for no longer exist temporarily.

Smart Approaches to Political Market Events

When facing these situations, consider these strategic options:

• Recognize the difference between normal volatility and politically-induced uncertainty
• Adjust your expectations during these periods rather than abandoning your system entirely
• Consider reducing position sizes to protect capital during heightened uncertainty
• Analyze the specific nature of the political event and its potential market implications
• Be prepared to sit out particularly chaotic periods – sometimes cash is the best position

Remember, even professional traders modify their approach during these times.

The Return to Normal

The good news is that markets eventually digest political events. Once the uncertainty passes – once the tariffs are announced, the policy is implemented, or the political situation resolves – markets return to more predictable patterns.

Your patience during these periods protects your capital for when your edge returns.

The Path Forward

Trading successfully requires adapting to changing conditions. While your system may work excellently 80% of the time, having strategies for the other 20% is what separates consistently profitable traders from the rest.

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Best regards,

Brian McAboy
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