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Jul 2024

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Rivian and Volkswagen’s New Partnership ...

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Scott shares his thoughts on Volkswagen’s investment in Rivian and why he thinks the electrical vehicle industry is entering the “Valley of Death”. Then Scott and Ed discuss JPMorgan’s tax management business and Scott breaks down different tax avoidance strategies he thinks more young people should know about.

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