People are feeling the heat as Trump tariffs stir up fresh waves of market chaos. Stocks dip, rebound and dip again, while confidence takes a hit. A new University of Michigan survey shows consumer sentiment plunged 11% this month, one of the lowest readings in years—and a clear sign nerves are fraying.
At the same time, more people are searching for answers online. Phrases like “best place to put money before the market crashes” and “safest place to put your retirement money” are trending on Google. Americans aren’t just worried, they’re looking for a secure place to park their cash.
We asked financial experts for advice to help you figure out the smartest, safest moves right now, whether you’re just starting out, saving for retirement or sitting on a pile of cash waiting for things to calm down. Here’s what they told us.
This post originally appeared at Forbes Advisor.