Bonds can also benefit from times of low growth, but generally only if inflation is falling as a result. And on Thursday, as fears of higher energy prices ignited inflation concerns again, both equities and bonds were falling together. Increasingly, wealthy retail investors have become involved in these funds, as well as professional investors such as pension funds. The Financial Times has estimated that investors have sought $10 billion back to date, with more to come. These are the areas to watch in the weeks ahead if the conflict drags on.

Source: The Irish Times March 19, 2026 16:15 UTC