Retail investors are reshaping market dynamics with new trading strategies based on acronyms like "TACO" (Trump Always Chickens Out) and "FAFO" (F*** Around, Find Out). These strategies, rooted in political events and social sentiment, have become prevalent on Wall Street trading desks. The "TACO" pattern emerged from market turbulence following U.S. tariff policies in April 2025, leading investors to adopt a "buy the dip" mindset amid policy reversals. The "FAFO" strategy involves selling off risk assets during geopolitical escalations and re-entering the market when political pressure peaks. This approach has been evident in the U.S.-Iran situation, where bond yields fluctuated with geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, a shift in fund flows from gold to crude oil reflects investors' focus on supply shocks, with crude oil prices nearly doubling to $126 per barrel by May 2026. This trend highlights a preference for betting on energy sector disruptions over traditional safe-haven assets.