John Husselbee: Avoiding panic in uncertain times

There is a basic equation about creating panic that goes as follows: high stakes plus major events, where the causes are confusing or unknown, can equal irrational behaviour - even among the supposed experts. In recent months, we have seen plenty of this with fears around Brexit and trade wars repeatedly pushing investors into decisions that could be potentially detrimental to their long-term wealth. Political volatility has contributed to this environment, with panic mode spreading across the supposed governing class in recent months.  In forming his government, Boris Johnson dismiss...