Why Tariffs?
Trump uses tariffs to:
• 🛡️ Protect US industries 🇺🇸
• ⚔️ Pressure countries like China 🇨🇳
• 💰 Reduce trade deficits
Fact:
📊 In 2018, Trump imposed tariffs on $250B+ worth of Chinese goods.
⬇️ US trade deficit with China dropped by 19% in 2019.
Trump vs FRS
Trump Wants Lower Interest Rates
Why?
• 🚀 Boost US economic growth
• 💵 Make US exports cheaper
• 👷 Stimulate job market
He said:
“The Fed has to get our interest rates down to compete with other countries.”
What Happens If Rates Go Lower?
Lower Interest Rates =
• 📉 Weaker US Dollar
• 🔥 Inflation risk
• 🏦 More borrowing by people & companies
• ₿ Investors seek alternative assets like Bitcoin
Impact on Bitcoin & Crypto
Lower Interest Rates = Bullish for Crypto🐂 🟢
• 🛡️ Bitcoin = hedge against inflation
• 💸 More liquidity → more investing in risk assets
• 📈 Historically, BTC surged after rate cuts
👉 In 2020, BTC jumped as rates hit near 0%
Summary
Key Takeaway:
Trump pressures the Fed to cut rates →
📉 Lower rates = weaker dollar
₿ Stronger Bitcoin & crypto market
Stay ready. Macro matters.