James Altucher interviews the world's leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the "Choose Yourself" story - these are the moments we relate to... when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, all who forged their own paths, found financial freedom and harnessed the power to create more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
A Note from James:
I can't think of anything more boring to talk about than tariffs, but right now, I can't think of anything more interesting either. Tariffs are dominating the news, stock markets are crashing, and everyone is scared. Are tariffs good or bad? Is Trump wrecking the economy or saving it? I'm going to address these questions, looking at what tariffs aim to achieve, their impact on the economy, the stock market, inflation, and even Bitcoin. Let's set aside politics and try to understand what's truly happening.
Episode Description
In this episode, James Altucher takes a clear, unbiased look at the recent tariff measures, exploring their economic implications without the usual political spin. He explains the genuine reasons behind the tariffs, evaluates whether they’re achieving their stated goals, and breaks down how these measures compare to historical tariff actions. James also explores the surprising reactions from global markets and discusses why the current public fear might be overblown.
What You’ll Learn:
- The real objectives behind the latest tariffs and whether they're likely to succeed.
- Historical insights on tariffs under previous presidents and their economic outcomes.
- How tariffs actually affect inflation, the economy, and your investments.
- The surprising truth about market fears and economic uncertainty indices.
- Practical insights on navigating your investments during times of economic turmoil.
Timestamped Chapters:
- [00:00] Tariffs: The Most Boring Yet Interesting Topic Today
- [02:00] Uncertainty Index at Historical Highs
- [06:00] What Exactly Is a Tariff?
- [10:00] Trump's Goals with Tariffs Explained
- [15:00] Immediate Reactions from Global Partners
- [23:00] Interest Rates, Inflation, and Economic Implications
- [28:00] The Real Reason the Stock Market Is Falling
- [34:00] AI, Crypto, and Opportunities Despite the Market Drop
- [37:00] How to Invest During a Potential Recession
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