Market Volatility

Market Volatility Resources

Market volatility can be nerve-racking, even for the most seasoned investors. Here you’ll find market insights from Franklin Templeton investment professionals along with educational resources to help you put volatility in perspective and keep your investments on track.

MARCH 9, 2026

Alternative Allocations: The conflict in Iran—private markets implications

In the latest Alternative Allocations, Tony Davidow outlines the short-and long-term implications on private markets from the current Middle East conflict.

MARCH 9, 2026

Iran crisis update

Western Asset: The reported succession of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran's supreme leader amid escalating regional conflict, unclear US objectives and widespread misinformation is heightening uncertainty and risks for both geopolitical stability and global financial markets.

MARCH 9, 2026

Global Macro Insights: February 2026

Templeton Global Macro’s Michael Hasenstab believes that despite uncertainty, global growth still looks quite resilient, though that might be tested if the current Middle East conflict becomes significantly protracted or broadens.