Iran War isn’t Impacting Investments Yet Says Belmayne

Financial planning experts at Dronfield-based Belmayne are urging investors not to make any knee-jerk decisions about their portfolios, following the outbreak of war in Iran.

Although media headlines have focused on rising oil and gas prices, the independent firm is reassuring individuals that the global markets have barely moved.

Belmayne managing partner, Martin Birch, said: “For now, markets seem to be treating the situation in the Middle East as a geopolitical shock, rather than an economic shift. Volatility is not the same as crisis and the levels we are seeing today are well within the range we would typically expect during periods of conflict and uncertainty.”

Belmayne recommends diversified portfolios that use evidence-based investing techniques to drive long-term returns and lower costs. By spreading clients’ investments across a wide range of regions, asset classes and sectors, the firm aims to minimise the risks of damaging geopolitical events.

Martin added: “During periods of instability, some market movement is entirely normal, but it can feel more dramatic than it actually is. Markets have navigated events similar to those we are experiencing now many times before and whilst the headlines may feel unsettling, they do not change the foundations of our long-term plans.

“At present, financial conditions remain stable. The most effective response for investors is to remain calm, maintain diversification and avoid making decisions based on short-term uncertainty.”

Belmayne is a chartered financial planning firm, serving individuals and businesses. For more information about its investment philosophy or its wide range of services, telephone (01246) 298181, visit https://www.belmayne-ifa.com/ or follow the firm on X, @belmayneifa.