Tariffs: The Hidden Costs for Your Wallet and Global Trade

Tariffs: Understanding Their Impact on Global Trade and Consumers

As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve seen firsthand how interconnected everything is. Economic policies, even those that seem distant, often have a way of rippling outwards and affecting us all. Today, I want to talk about tariffs. You might hear about tariffs in the news – often framed as a way … Read more

Tariffs: More Than Just a Trade Tactic

Tariffs and Trade Wars: US Policy and Global Economic Repercussions

As someone who’s spent decades in the tech world, I’ve seen how global economics can directly impact innovation and the bottom line. Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about tariffs, and it’s a topic that deserves a closer look, especially given the recent increases on goods like lumber, watches, chemicals, and technology. So, what … Read more

Tariffs and 401(k)s: How Economic Policies Shape Working Families

The Economic Impact of Tariffs and 401(k) Policies on Working Families

As someone who spent decades in the tech world, I’ve seen firsthand how big decisions can trickle down and affect everyday lives. Today, I want to look at economic policies, specifically tariffs and proposed changes to retirement savings, and how they might be impacting the working class. Let’s start with tariffs. You might remember tariffs … Read more

Tariffs: The Economic Ripples You Need to Understand

Understanding the Economic Effects of Tariffs

Tariffs. The word itself can bring to mind economic textbooks and complex global negotiations. But at their core, tariffs are taxes on imported goods. And like any tax, they have effects that ripple outwards, touching everything from the price of your morning coffee to the relationships between nations. As someone who’s spent a career navigating … Read more