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Apr 2025
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April Fool's Day Came Late - Ep 1020

PETER SCHIFF
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Trump’s tariffs will hurt U.S. consumers and industries, leading to higher prices, fewer imports, and potential recession, while discussing their legality.


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Peter Schiff discusses the steep decline in the stock market following President Trump's announcement of tariffs, with a focus on how these tariffs will negatively impact the U.S. economy. The host argues that, contrary to Trump's claims, the tariffs will not rejuvenate American industries and will instead lead to higher prices for consumers, fewer imports, and potential recession. The tariffs are considered illegal and unconstitutional by the host, who explains that tariffs, historically, have been a burden on the middle class and poor. The host also mentions China's retaliatory tariffs and the broader implications on global trade and economic stability.


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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction: The High Stakes of Trading

00:57 Market Meltdown: The Impact of Tariffs

03:39 Stock Market Analysis: Winners and Losers

05:15 The Global Trade War: China's Retaliation

08:01 The Economics of Tariffs: Winners and Losers

08:52 The Shoe Industry: A Case Study

11:41 The Bigger Picture: US Consumption and Production

25:53 The Constitutional Debate on Tariffs

29:49 Trump's Tariff Strategy: A Closer Look

35:44 Global Trade Deficits and Tariffs

36:20 Scapegoating Immigrants and Trade Policies

37:07 Historical Context of Tariffs and Taxes

40:13 The Populist Movement and Income Tax

43:59 Impact of Tariffs on the Middle Class

47:16 Economic Consequences of Tariffs

52:13 Global Recession and Market Reactions

57:32 China's Role and Global Supply Chains

01:01:54 Investment Strategies and Economic Predictions

01:05:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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