Actively Navigating Geopolitical Risks

2016 was a challenging year for investors, as seismic events in the global political economy clouded our ability to predict market behavior. The next 12 months will see a continuation of those risks and likely the escalation of much more, as policymakers contend with uneven growth, political instability and the rise of populism. For exchange-traded funds (ETFs) investors, understanding how geopolitical risks scale with the influence of countries or regions affected is critical for driving a successful portfolio.