# #297 | Does Your Portfolio Ignore Climate Change & Geopolitics? Here's Why That Could Be a Costly Mistake - Financial Literacy, Financial Advisors & Wealth

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Published: 2026-07-30T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://app.talkshoe.com/show/bullshift-the-podcast
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## Resource

Worried about the current investment climate and your money? Click the link below and book a call for personalized advice to help you feel secure and protected about your retirement: https://makebetterwealthdecisions.s.gy/podcast Are today's biggest risks to your portfolio coming from the markets—or from climate change and geopolitics? Most investors focus on interest rates, inflation, and stock performance. But the forces shaping long-term wealth may be far bigger. In this episode, international policy expert Akaash Maharaj explains how climate change, global conflict, energy security, and public policy are increasingly influencing investment returns, economic stability, and the financial decisions we make for ourselves and future generations. You'll discover: Why climate change and geopolitical events are becoming major drivers of long-term investment performance and portfolio risk. How sustainability, energy transitions, and resource scarcity could create both investment opportunities and financial challenges over the coming decades. Why successful wealth decisions require long-term thinking, trusted advice, and understanding the global trends that markets often overlook. Listen now to discover how understanding climate change and geopolitics can help you make more informed, resilient, and confident wealth decisions for the future. John De Goey's Books. Grab your copy from Amazon: Bullshift: How Optimism Bias Threatens Your Finances STANDUP to the Financial Services Industry The Professional Financial Advisor IV

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