Defiant Capital Group

05/07/2025

Could Treasury Yields Return to 14%? It sounds crazy, but in 1981, it was reality.

In his latest piece, Stuart Strasner, CFA explores how we could end up back in a world of double-digit Treasury yields, the ripple effects across markets and portfolios, and three smart strategies investors should consider now as potential hedges.

🔗 Read it here:
https://bit.ly/4iSHW6r

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05/04/2025

Policy uncertainty continues to unsettle markets, affecting investors' confidence and decision-making. In our latest newsletter, we discuss markets, policy changes, the recent selloff, and potential strategic actions to keep your investments resilient.

Read our full insights here: https://bit.ly/4d28twQ

Markets clawed back early losses in April, but one thing has become clear - policy uncertainty and risk isn’t fading, it’s spreading.

04/23/2025

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04/21/2025

A rare combination of falling Treasury prices, a weakening US dollar, and tariff uncertainty could mark a turning point. Stu Strasner, CFA's latest market commentary breaks down the signals, risks, and what it could mean for investors.
👉 https://bit.ly/3Y99zRj

04/08/2025

As we shared in our , continued volatility remains likely. Markets reacted sharply last week to news of the Trump administration’s tariffs—and now more than ever, it’s critical for investors to stay disciplined. At Defiant Capital Group, we build diversified portfolios to weather uncertainty and keep our clients on track. Our CIO, Jonathan Dane, spoke with Financial Advisor IQ about how we’re navigating these changes and helping clients move forward with confidence. Read more: https://www.financialadvisoriq.com/c/4817884/638794?

04/07/2025

Markets are shifting fast. But volatility isn’t the problem - how you respond to it is.

Aggressive new tariff policies from the Trump administration have triggered sharp market reactions. But the bigger story? Investors are once again navigating a complex mix of policy risk, slowing growth, and rising volatility.

At Defiant Capital Group, we’re focused on quality, resilience, and long-term discipline.
We just released our Q1 commentary—here’s what we’re seeing:

✅ Tariffs intensifying across sectors
✅ U.S. economic momentum slowing
✅ Opportunities in credit, real assets, and select defensive sectors

“Volatility isn’t the enemy. Reactionary investing is.”

If you want perspective that goes deeper than the headlines, this one’s worth a read.

https://bit.ly/44ctOBe

The markets face a challenging path as tariff policies intensify economic uncertainty, yet opportunities persist for discerning investors.

03/31/2025

High-level wealth requires high-level strategy, especially when it comes to . Trusts are powerful tools for protecting and passing on your legacy, but understanding their key components is crucial. We've simplified the essentials into 6 must-know insights to help you structure your wealth with clarity and confidence.

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03/18/2025

Now is not the time to panic. Amid policy uncertainty and shifts in investor sentiment, take a pause to build cash reserves, evaluate the market and seek out opportunities to diversify risk. I joined NYSE TV this morning to share my markets outlook, thoughts on the Fed's fight against interest, expectations for Friday's job report and considerations for portfolios given broadening stock performance. Watch the full interview here:
https://bit.ly/4hdx02o

02/24/2025

Significant wealth creates both opportunities and complexity. Defiant Capital Group was built for the entrepreneurs and founders that demand their Wealth Strategy be smarter, faster and more effective.

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02/10/2025

In case you missed it live, watch our CIO Jonathan Dane, CFA breakdown the latest in markets.

We still believe we are in a strong economy with an encouraging path forward. We are cognizant of the risk of stagflation, especially for the second half of the year, and will continue to monitor the labor market and how the Trump administration's policies are impacting the economy.

Check out the full interview with Chavez here:

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