Tarrifs
We typically separate politics from investing. Most political drama looms larger in perception than in market returns. Yet, right now we’re in a political moment. Tariff news and speculation are driving market volatility. The S&P 500 is off nearly 10% from its highs. After another rough market day, here are some quick thoughts on the short- and long-term.
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