Podcast: How Trump fails economics 101

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In this episode of Money, Markets and Masterminds, Citywire South Africa is joined by economist Professor Adrian Saville for the second instalment of the bi-monthly chapter of ‘The Long Game’.

We break down economic principles, challenge political rhetoric and assess US President Donald Trump’s economic policies against real-world data. From tariffs and trade wars to the strength of the US dollar and global growth trends, this discussion offers sharp, data-driven insights for fund selectors, financial advisers, and institutional investors.

Tune in below for expert analysis on how Trump’s tariff policies distort trade, why a weak dollar may hurt rather than help US competitiveness, what market signals like the S&P 500 and policy uncertainty index reveal about his presidency, and where investors can find real growth opportunities in global markets.

13 Mar English South Africa Investing

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