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It's not that Trump doesn't care about markets. He just cares about tariffs more.


Published on 2025-03-12 09:20:52 - AOL
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  • A review of President Trump's recent commentary suggests he cares more about tariffs than markets
  • at least so far
  • during his second go-around in the White House.

The article from AOL Finance discusses Donald Trump's apparent lack of concern for the financial markets, particularly highlighted by his comments and actions during his presidency. Despite the stock market's significant fluctuations, Trump has often dismissed its importance, focusing instead on other aspects of his economic policy like trade deals and tariffs. The piece notes that while Trump frequently boasted about market highs as a reflection of his success, he has also downplayed market downturns, suggesting that the markets are not a reliable indicator of economic health. This attitude contrasts with traditional views where market performance is closely watched as a barometer of economic confidence. The article also touches on how Trump's policies and tweets have sometimes led to market volatility, yet he remains dismissive of the markets' reactions, emphasizing his focus on long-term economic strategies over short-term market movements.

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