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April 11, 2025News & Events

John Jennings Weighs in on the Effects of Trump’s Tariffs

Earlier this week, John Jennings was quoted in USA Today discussing the Crash of 1987 and how it relates to today’s stock market landscape, with some financial experts across the country fearing that Trump’s tariffs could lead to another “Black Monday”. In his 2023 Forbes article, Jennings discusses the Crash of 1987, the causes that led to the impossible becoming a reality, and lessons that still ring true today.

In today’s world, it’s important to lean into the uncertainty and cultivate a mindset to weather these unpredictable storms. John writes about improbable occurrences (like the Crash of 1987), expert predictions, and ways to develop habits and smart decision-making skills, in his book, The Uncertainty Solution: How to Invest With Confidence in the Face of the Unknown.

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