Stanley Druckenmiller, one of the most objective and agenda-free investors of our time, has been in the game for 50 years. His words carry weight: “We are probably going from the most anti-business administration to the opposite”. A 32% surge in CEO confidence backs this up. Animal spirits are back, and the hunger for change is everywhere.
Meanwhile, European newspapers whine like helicopter-parented kids, unable to grasp the common sense returning to America's chaos. Rather than fixing their own mess, they smear what might—just might—be a competent Republican inner circle. Mocking the East, sneering at the West, and drowning in between. Zero strategy, little power.
Here is just enough to know what’s cooking—and all you really need.
Tariff Rhetoric: Benign or Increasing Risk?
Although broad, across-the-board tariffs haven't yet been imposed, the White House has laid out a maximalist roadmap that could slap steep levies on imports from Canada, Mexico and beyond - potentially boosting core inflation by more than a percentage point. Markets initially breathed a sigh of relief at the delay, but policy fluidity remains a wild card. While some strategists note that universal tariffs - especially on China - are not an immediate priority, the administration's unpredictable stance keeps the dollar risk premium elevated. If tariffs do go into effect, higher production costs are likely to be passed on to consumers.
The Almighty Consumer Remains Resilient
Despite tariff fears and a chaotic news cycle, U.S. consumers are showing robust spending. Major retailers have sounded constructive on sales, major banks have reported a rebound in card transactions, and travel spending remains strong - especially at the high end. This healthy appetite has surprised some who predicted a reluctant consumer. While not euphoric, a strong labor market and modest wage gains appear to be encouraging continued consumption, providing important support for growth-sensitive portfolios.
Structural Deficits Collide with Trade Ambitions
The U.S. maintains its global reserve currency status in part by running persistent trade deficits, effectively shipping dollars abroad. But if higher tariffs reduce those outflows, countries needing dollars to service dollar-denominated debt could sell U.S. assets to compensate, adding to volatility. Meanwhile, reshoring manufacturing isn't an overnight task, requiring extensive infrastructure, skilled labor, and potential dollar depreciation. This tension between America's reserve currency role and industrial revitalization is a high-stakes macro mystery for 2025 and beyond.
Meme Madness Meets Policy Change
Even as policymakers focus on tariffs and liquidity, the speculative boom in digital assets continues. Meme coins in particular have fed a casino-like craze, producing eye-popping market caps overnight. But these frothy pockets can quickly turn sour, as insiders often hold outsized stakes. Political endorsements and big personalities add to the hype. For prudent investors, it's a reminder that real value comes from utility, fundamentals, and strong liquidity management-core principles that outlast any mania.
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TUESDAY TARGET: And we’re back in: Rumble—with all its volatility, government ties, and now cloud services. Big investments and lawsuits add to the mix. Let’s just say we’re already 25% ahead of the curve on this one.
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