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As President Trump's Tariffs Take Effect, Should You Really Buy Stocks? Here's What History Says.


Published on 2025-03-05 12:01:27 - MSN
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  • The past couple of weeks have been tough for investors. All three major benchmarks -- the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC), the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJINDICES: ^DJI), and the Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQINDEX: ^IXIC) -- have dropped,

The article from MSN Money discusses the impact of President Trump's tariffs on the stock market, analyzing historical reactions to similar economic policies. It highlights that while tariffs can lead to short-term market volatility, historical data suggests that the stock market often rebounds and can even thrive over the long term despite such trade tensions. The piece references past instances where markets initially reacted negatively to tariffs but eventually adjusted as businesses adapted to the new trade environment. It also notes that while there are concerns about inflation and economic slowdown due to tariffs, the overall economic resilience and corporate earnings growth have historically mitigated these effects. The article advises investors to consider the long-term perspective, suggesting that buying stocks during periods of trade uncertainty could be beneficial if one believes in the enduring strength of the U.S. economy and its companies.

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