Recently I heard a very good assessment of economists:

If you put 10 Economists in a room to evaluate what happened during a given period you will get a thorough analysis of how and why the economic event took place. Put the same 10 in a room and ask them to predict what is going to happen and you will get 12 answers with 15 scenarios. (This may have been on the Clark Howard Show)

I would focus on access to your funds/resources. Not that you want to stuff your mattress full of Franklins, but like they say in the investment world: A diversified portfolio is the best route. Keep some cash on hand, some at arms reach in a bank/savings institution, and other funds invested in companies or markets you are comfortable putting your money into. How you diversify/allocate funds into these areas is up to your personal comfort level.