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Gas Prices, Geopolitics & Markets: Venezuela/Iran Explained for Long-Term Investors
Friday, 16 January, 2026
Geopolitics is back on the front page—Venezuela sanctions shifts, unrest in Iran, and fresh supply/demand puzzles for global oil. In this episode, Jordan, and Jeremy unpack what rising or falling crude could mean for U.S. gas prices, market leadership, and long-term retirement planning. We cover sequencing risk, diversification, and why disciplined rules matter more than headlines.If you’re retired or retiring soon, your plan should drive your risk—not the news cycle. Ready to stress-test your strategy?Subscribe for more videos like this one.Timestamps:00:00 – Opening: Venezuela, Iran, and Why Energy Is Back in Focus01:45 – Why Venezuela Matters: Oil Reserves, OPEC, and Global Power04:05 – Regime Change Implications: Can Oil Production Recover?06:40 – OPEC, Iran, and the Global Supply-Demand Tug of War09:30 – Where Venezuelan Oil Goes Today: China, Sanctions, and Security12:05 – What This Means for Inflation, Gas Prices, and Your Wallet16:40 – Market Volatility, Portfolio Implications, and Final TakeawaysRPOA Advisors, Inc. (d/b/a Retirement Planners of America) (“RPOA”) is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement by securities regulators and does not imply that RPOA has attained a certain level of skill or training.This podcast has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. RPOA does not provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your own tax and legal advisors before engaging in any transaction or strategy.Opinions expressed are those of RPOA as of the date of publication and are subject to change. Investing involves risks, including possible loss of principal. Diversification and asset allocation do not guarantee a profit, nor do they eliminate the risk of loss. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
