Tariffs are back in the headlines, fueling debates over inflation, trade wars, and economic uncertainty. But beyond the political spin, who really pays the price? Do tariffs actually protect American jobs, or are they just another hidden tax on consumers and businesses?
The reality isn’t as simple as politicians or news pundits make it sound. In this episode, Jason Blumstein, CFA, CEO & Founder of Julius Wealth Advisors, cuts through the noise to break down what tariffs really do, how they impact markets, and what it all means for your wallet.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔ The real purpose of tariffs—and why governments use them
✔ Who absorbs the cost—businesses, consumers, or both?
✔ How tariffs impact inflation, supply chains, and investments
✔ Which industries benefit from tariffs and which ones suffer
✔ Why tariffs are like Major League Baseball’s luxury tax
✔ What smart investors should watch for in a tariff-driven economy
🎙️ We’re talking money, markets, and strategy— blending financial insights with sports analogies to make economic policy actually make sense.
💡 Want to stay ahead of the game? Tune in now and learn how trade policy impacts your financial future.
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Chapters:
00:00 Understanding Tariffs: The Basics
08:28 Who Pays for Tariffs? The Economic Impact
16:16 Tariffs and Inflation: Myths and Realities
22:45 Lessons from Sports: Tariffs and the Luxury Tax
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