Just What the Stock Market Doesn't Need

The nuclear test by North Korea sent stocks lower around the globe and reminded investors that events very far away can move markets.

Global tensions are nothing new and they will always be with us.

However, the U.S. economy and stock markets remain fragile despite recent gains.

It will only take a small push (rising oil prices, actions by rogue states, etc.) to cause a major pullback. Follow me on Twitter