Ep. 409: Tariff-Driven Economic Slowdown Has Investors on Edge

In episode 409 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared break down the implications of a proposed US crypto reserve, the recent suspension of anti-money laundering laws by the Treasury Department, and the challenges facing US agriculture. They also discuss the US economic slowdown, the performance of Treasury bonds, and the controversial private credit ETF, PRIV.

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Ep. 409: Tariff-Driven Economic Slowdown Has Investors on Edge

March 6, 2025

In episode 409 of the BE SMART podcast, Cameron and Jared break down the implications of a proposed US crypto reserve, the recent suspension of...

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