Tariffs — Damn the Torpedoes!
On April 4, Jack Farley and I discussed the Trump 2.0 tariffs in depth, and I held nothing back.
April 9, 2025
David Kotok offers insights and analysis on current economic and political issues and their potential impact on global financial markets. David’s articles and financial market commentaries have appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, and other publications. He is a frequent contributor to Bloomberg TV, and Bloomberg Radio, Fox Business, and other media.
On April 4, Jack Farley and I discussed the Trump 2.0 tariffs in depth, and I held nothing back.
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