We got some tapering news today but on the verge of world instability amidst covid resurgence and the fallout from the withdrawal of US Troops from Afghanistan. Clearly the Mid-East was much more volatile than we were lead to believe. The best thing to do in the market is keep your mind neutral and don't marry your position. As we've seen all year, assumptions can change in as little as one day. Always prepare yourself the best you can.