#SAFEFROMTARIFF

How to Protect Your Portfolio from Tariff Risk

1. Diversify Across Sectors

• Don’t overexpose yourself to one industry (e.g., industrials or tech).

• Balance with defensive sectors like healthcare, utilities, or consumer staples.

2. Invest in Domestic-Focused Companies

• Look for businesses with limited exposure to international trade.

• Example: Local service providers, regional banks, or U.S.-based retailers.

3. Use ETFs or Mutual Funds

• Broader exposure through index funds can reduce the risk from individual company tariff exposure.

4. Consider Hedging Strategies

• Use options or inverse ETFs to protect against short-term drops if trade tensions escalate.

5. Focus on Strong Fundamentals

• Companies with healthy balance sheets, pricing power, and loyal customer bases are better positioned to weather cost increases.

6. Hold Cash or Safe-Haven Assets

• Keeping a portion in cash, gold, or U.S. Treasuries can buffer against sudden drops.