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Trump Tariffs: Running Blind on a Tightrope

Ep. 186

Donald Trump’s latest tariff blitz has thrown global trade into chaos—massive duties on China, Japan, India, the EU, and others could spark a global slowdown. Is there a method to this madness?


In this audio, Debashis Basu breaks down the real strategy behind Trump’s trade war—forcing yields lower, cutting deficits, raising revenues, and reshaping global supply chains. But what if it all backfires? With inflation risks, retaliation from China, and shaky global alliances, this strategy might be more dangerous than it seems.

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