Money Talk

The Money Doctors Positive week for the markets with movement in the trade war between the US and China and deals being brokered with other trading partners Remember what Chuck says – the US is the buyer and the customer/buyers is “always right” On the plus side: Markets reacted well to the current conditions and posted some solid gains China has made tariff adjustments Good earnings from Google Bonds are firming up Concerns: Continued trade tensions Volatility in the markets Supply chain disruptions Overall imports to the US have dropped significantly Retailers are issuing warnings and price hikes could be coming Chuck has thoughts on what the long term impacts of the current trade disputes might be There’s indications The Fed may start easing interest rates this summer In Tracy’s Tid Bits: changes to retirement account contributions for 2025 Plus, listener questions from TheMoneyDocs.com