# Fix It Friday - Why the Markets Keep Rising When It Feels Like The World Is Falling Apart

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Published: 2026-05-15T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://crazy-wealthy-podcast.captivate.fm/episode/fix-it-friday-why-the-markets-keep-rising-when-it-feels-like-the-world-is-falling-apart
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Duration seconds: 638

## Resource

Welcome to Fix-It Friday, the podcast segment that simplifies financial strategies to help you make smarter decisions hosted by Jonathan Blau, CEO of Fusion Family Wealth. This episode tackles the question many investors are asking: how can markets rise amid war, inflation, and economic fear? Jonathan breaks down the critical difference between short-term noise and long-term signal, explaining why earnings—not headlines—drive lasting market growth and why disciplined investors stay the course. What You’ll Learn: The difference between market “noise” and long-term “signal” Why stock markets can rise even during global crises How corporate earnings drive long-term investment outcomes Why reacting emotionally to headlines can hurt your portfolio Want to make smarter financial decisions grounded in clarity and confidence? Subscribe and share the Crazy Wealthy Podcast. https://www.youtube.com/@CrazyWealthyPodcast To learn more about Fusion Family Wealth’s evidence-based investment strategies, visit www.fusionfamilywealth.com and request our current disclosure brochure. Key Timestamps: 00:00 – Disclaimer & Introduction 01:40 Breaking down current events vs. market performance 02:20 Noise vs. signal: the core investing principle 03:05 Short-term volatility vs. long-term growth explained 04:30 Strong earnings data and what it means 05:50 Oil price spike example and market reaction 07:30 Why markets move before clarity arrives Key Takeaways: Markets react to headlines in the short term but follow earnings over time Volatility is normal—and not a signal to change strategy Strong corporate earnings often outweigh negative news cycles Staying invested requires discipline and a long-term mindset 👤 About the Host: Jonathan Blau is the President and CEO of Fusion Family Wealth, a…

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