Trump's Tariffs Shake Markets — Should You Be Worried?

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Ravi Tiku

Markets are dipping fast after sweeping new tariffs by President Trump. Is this the start of something bigger?

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Trump's Tariffs Shock Global Markets  

Not yet. A crash means a 20%+ drop. So far, we’re down around 17%—but close enough to raise concern. 

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Is This a Crash?  

Those were real crashes: 23% in one day (1987) and 50% in three weeks (1929). We’re not there yet—but it’s the steepest drop since 2020.

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Remember 1987 & 1929?  

Tariffs raise costs, reduce demand, and hurt company profits. Investors are reacting fast.

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Why Markets Are Falling  

If you’re in a pension plan, don’t panic. A lot of your money is in safer assets like government bonds.

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What About Your Pension?  

As stocks fall, government bonds usually rise—balancing out your losses if you're near retirement.

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Bonds Are a Safe Haven  

Markets have bounced back before. If retirement is years away, think long-term, not day-to-day. 

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Long-Term Investors, Relax  

Falling stocks mean falling confidence. Companies may cut jobs, reduce investment, or slow hiring.

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Real Worry: The Economy  

Don’t sell in panic. Review your investments, stay diversified, and keep calm.

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What Should You Do?  

This isn't just market noise—Trump’s tariffs may have global effects. Stay informed.

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