Watch October’s Cup of Joe to learn how a government shutdown and rising market anxiety could affect investors. Joe explains why shutdowns are typically short-lived, how the size of the U.S. economy helps limit lasting effects, and why current valuations may lead to short-term profit-taking. He also discusses how the Argent Bridge Investment Committee recently rebalanced portfolios by trimming U.S. equities, restoring bonds to full target weight, and modestly increasing international exposure to maintain balance through uncertainty. Finally, Joe shares perspective on recent “market crash” headlines and why today’s market appears more grounded in strong fundamentals than in speculation.