Weekly Strategy Perspectives: Risky Business

BMO Private Wealth - Jan 23, 2026

The Through Line: After an extended period of relative calm, volatility has reasserted itself into capital markets. Fluctuating asset prices are nerve wracking – especially when they happen suddenly or with great velocity. Yet price volatility by its

Weekly Strategy Perspectives

“It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.”
– Robert Kiyosaki

The Through Line: After an extended period of relative calm, volatility has reasserted itself into capital markets. Fluctuating asset prices are nerve wracking – especially when they happen suddenly or with great velocity. Yet price volatility by itself need not be detrimental to long-term financial health if it is short-lived and/or not indicative of more serious underlying fundamental issues. We offer insights into some of the most recently elevated risks and how they may – or may not – apply to your unique situation.

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