If your portfolio is full of companies you've researched and believe in, there's no reason to turn away from those investments. Historically, staying invested in a diversified portfolio over the long term has produced better outcomes than short-term trading based on market conditions. While current tariffs may negatively impact portions of your portfolio, the longer you hold, the more unsettled periods tend to average out. Seeking a measure of safetyThere are investments known for helping keep a portfolio afloat during turbulent times. Commodities tend to benefit from inflationary pressures and supply disruptions and, as real assets, can serve as a hedge against purchasing-power erosion.