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Tariffs Explained: Q&A with Leelyn Smith’s Chief Investment Officer | Leelyn Smith

Tariffs have once again taken center stage in U.S. economic policy—and in investor conversations. In the early days of President Trump’s second term, sweeping new tariff proposals have rattled markets and rekindled uncertainty around global trade dynamics. For many investors, the return of these aggressive trade tactics has raised new questions: What are the administration’s true goals? How might tariffs impact inflation, economic growth, and portfolio performance?


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2025 Tax watch: Key policies that could impact you. | Leelyn Smith

Tax policy was a cornerstone of President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign, with promises of significant tax cuts for individuals and businesses. As we enter 2025, a Republican-controlled Congress is preparing to take up Trump’s proposals, but many key decisions remain uncertain. At the center of the conversation is the future of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)—the sweeping tax reform passed during Trump’s first term that is set to expire at the end of 2025.


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