Search+Investment IdeasSynopsisInvesting, a wise man once said, is a journey; one that needs to be managed carefully. Remember two things: One, there is never a “perfect time” to invest – what matters is what you invest in. And two, don’t try to time the market. So, stay focused on companies that have managements with the experience of dealing with difficult situations. The thing, though, is that we are in a geopolitical scenario that gets increasingly difficult with each passing hour.We are indeed living in strange times. The morning news reports speak of another flare-up between the US and Iran, leading to a spike in crude oil prices. By late evening, however, nothing happens suggesting a further escalation. But the crude oil price stays at the same level.What does an investor do in such circumstances? He could begin by thinking as unconventionally as the situation he faces. And what is that unconventional way of thinking ETMarkets.com 18 mins readSep 08, 2026, 06:00:00 AM ISTGift this Story to your friendsFONT SIZEAbcSmallAbcMediumAbcLargeSAVEPRINTCOMMENTContinue reading with one of these options:Limited AccessFreeLogin to get access to some exclusive stories & personalised newslettersLogin NowUnlimited AccessStarting @ Rs120/monthGet access to exclusive stories, expert opinions & in-depth stock reportsSubscribe NowETUh-oh! This is an exclusive story available for selected readers only.Worry not. You’re just a step away.What’s Included withETPrime Membership