The Potential Impact of Trump’s Tariffs on Retirement Accounts
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President Trump's sweeping tariffs (ranging from 10% to 48% on various countries) have triggered significant market declines, with the Dow falling nearly 4%, S&P 500 down 4.8%, and NASDAQ dropping about 6%.
Financial experts suggest younger investors with longer time horizons could view this market downturn as an opportunity to increase retirement contributions and purchase investments at lower prices.
Near-retirees (those retiring within 3-5 years) are advised to maintain a balanced portfolio with reduced equity exposure, build cash reserves covering 1-2 years of withdrawals, and consider Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) for inflation protection.
Some experts anticipate a potential shift toward alternative investments like private credit strategies, which might provide better risk-adjusted returns during market volatility, though cryptocurrencies remain unstable with Ethereum down 20% since February.