The day President Trump took office, he announced plans to implement a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada. Additional tariff conversations have exploded since that day. How might this impact your personal finances and the economy?
In this episode, we’ll take a closer look at the backstory of tariffs- what they are, why governments impose them, and the historical context of them. We'll also break down the new tariffs that have been introduced, their potential impact on everyday people, and what you can do to navigate this shifting financial landscape.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
- What are tariffs and their historical context?
- How will this impact the economy?
- The potential benefits of tariffs
- The overvaluation of the tech sector and the importance of diversification
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