by Daniel Brouse April 10, 2025 On April 9, economists were left scratching their heads, wondering why anyone believed that the announcement of a “PAUSE” on tariffs would have any meaningful impact on the economy. It was a classic case of wishful thinking, with little grounding in the hard numbers that define economic reality. By […]
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Wall Street: When First is Last
by Daniel Brouse April 10, 2025 How Some of the Biggest Market Gains Are Actually Signs of the Worst Losses Those who appeared to be first, ended up last. Those who appeared to be last, ended up first. April 9 wasn’t just another volatile day on Wall Street — it was a near-perfect example of […]
Credit War!
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 Trump’s fixation on the 10-year Treasury bond comes down to a perfect storm of contradictions — and desperation. Here’s why it matters: He promised lower interest rates but has no real ability to deliver them. He can’t control interest rates — the market does. His budgets don’t work with […]
Tariff Turmoil: The Chaos and Confusion Surrounding U.S. Trade Policies in 2025
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 From Sector-Specific Levies to Unpredictable Pauses, Determining What Tariffs Remain in Effect Has Never Been More Complex In a stunning reversal, the Trump administration just announced a 90-day pause on its controversial reciprocal tariffs policy — a clear sign that recent market chaos is starting to bite. With a […]
America’s Trade War Is Costing More Than We Realize — It’s Costing Global Trust
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 Today’s record spike in U.S. interest rates is grabbing headlines — but it’s a symptom, not the disease. The real crisis is deeper and far more dangerous: America’s trade war has shattered the trust that once made U.S. financial markets the safest in the world. For decades, the U.S. […]
The Destructive Legacy of Trump’s Climate and Economic Policies: A Call for Urgent Action
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 Donald Trump’s dismissal of climate science and his aggressive promotion of fossil fuel extraction have resulted in a harmful and increasingly unsustainable energy policy. By labeling climate change as a “hoax” and referring to policies designed to combat it as “The Green New Scam,” Trump has ignored the overwhelming […]
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EU’s Trade Counterattack: Tariffs Designed to Target U.S. Red States
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 In response to the U.S. administration’s recent implementation of reciprocal tariffs affecting numerous trading partners, the European Union (EU) has enacted counter-tariffs targeting a broad range of American goods. These measures aim to pressure the U.S. by focusing on exports from states that traditionally support the Republican Party, often […]
Tariffs and the Liquidity Crisis in Long U.S. Treasuries
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 The tariffs, particularly those imposed during the trade war with China and Japan, are indirectly contributing to a liquidity issue for U.S. Treasury bonds in several key ways: 1. Higher Borrowing Costs and Inflationary Pressure Tariffs raise the cost of imports, driving up prices for American consumers and businesses. […]
China Hits Back: 84% Tariff Targets U.S. Farmers First
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 In response to President Trump’s recent tariff increases on Chinese imports, China has retaliated by imposing an 84% tariff on U.S. goods. This escalation significantly impacts American farmers, as agricultural products are primary targets in China’s countermeasures. Impact on U.S. Farmers: Loss of Competitive Edge: The steep tariffs make […]
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Dumbfoundingly Dumb Tariffs
by Daniel Brouse April 9, 2025 The Peterson Institute for International Economics (PIIE) calculated that the cumulative average tariff rate on Chinese imports would reach nearly 125% following the implementation of an additional 84% tariff by the Trump administration. This calculation accounts for the compounding effect of successive tariff increases over time. Here’s a breakdown […]