Wake up, check the headlines… and your portfolio is tanking. What gives? Markets move fast, accounts lag, and cross-border investments can feel like a foreign language. Learn why your portfolio doesn't always match the news, how a strong plan keeps you steady when the market gets messy, and the smartest moves to protect your long-term goals. Plus, discover a simple, no-pressure way to see if your U.S. investments are built to handle life's surprises.