Sampson Capital Advisors - Andrew Sampson

Iran / Market Commentary

At Sampson Capital Advisors, we are closely monitoring developments involving Iran and the broader Middle East, along with ongoing tariff uncertainty.

Periods like this can create short-term market movement, particularly in energy and traditional safe-haven assets. Consistent with past geopolitical events, we are seeing:

• Oil prices responding to potential supply risk
• Gold and other safe-haven assets firming modestly
• Equity markets showing increased headline sensitivity
• The VIX moving off recent lows

In the near term, markets may continue to react to incoming news. If tensions were to disrupt energy flows through key routes, such as the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices could rise, with potential implications for inflation and global growth.

Importantly, history shows that most geopolitical shocks have tended to produce temporary market volatility rather than lasting market damage, unless there is a meaningful and sustained impact on global economic activity.

At Sampson Capital Advisors, portfolios are constructed with diversification and risk management in mind, specifically for environments like this. Assets earmarked for near-term goals are intentionally positioned to help reduce exposure to market volatility, while longer-term assets remain aligned with growth objectives.

We encourage clients to keep their regularly scheduled review meetings so we can continue to align their plan with near-term needs while pursuing long-term growth.

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Celebrating the holiday season with an incredible team!

We had a wonderful time gathering with our families at The Princess in Scottsdale for our company Christmas party. It was a great opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, reflect on a strong year full of growth, and celebrate the people who make our work possible.

We are so grateful for this team and excited for what’s ahead in the new year! HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM SCA!

Sampson Capital Advisors is proud to share that Andrew Sampson has officially earned the Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®) designation!
This achievement reflects Andrew’s deep commitment to delivering prudent, transparent, and fiduciary-focused advice to the families and business owners we serve. Earning the AIF® required extensive studying, late nights, and dedication, and he is grateful for the support his family and our team provided throughout the process.
As we continue to grow, Andrew remains focused on investing in Sampson Capital Advisors to raise the firm’s standard of care. He leads by example, setting the tone for our team, future advisors who join the platform, and the level of excellence we strive to bring to every client relationship.
We’re incredibly proud of this milestone and excited for what it means for our clients and the future of Sampson Capital Advisors. Congratulations, Andrew, this one is well-earned!

We’re thrilled to welcome D. Greg Birrell to our team!

Greg joins us with over 23 years of experience in the financial industry, bringing deep expertise and a genuine commitment to helping clients reach their goals. His wealth of knowledge and client-first approach make him a perfect fit for our growing team.

Please join us in welcoming Greg to Sampson Capital Advisors — we’re excited for what’s ahead!

It's a great day at SCA!

Last week, our financial advisors, Trevor Wilde and Andrew Sampson, took the stage as speakers at the recent Advisor Growth Stories panel during the Cetera Financial Group Connect2Advisory meeting. A huge thank you to Cetera for the invitation, enabling our advisors to share their professional journeys and insights.

The event was a testament to collaboration and growth, focusing on empowering new advisors to excel in their advisory businesses. Trevor and Andrew's participation underscored our commitment to mentorship and industry advancement.

We're immensely proud of their contributions and thrilled to continue supporting initiatives that foster growth and excellence in the financial advisory community.

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Please join us in wishing a Happy Work Anniversary to Andrew Sampson, Chloe Tigrett, Chris Smith, Gus Dekavallas, Jason Benedetti, Larry Ritter, Shelly Sundra, and Stephanie Nicholson. We appreciate all that you do on behalf of Wilde Wealth Management Group!