Will President Trump Cause a Stock Melt Up or Melt Down!?
In episode 191 of the Payne Points of Wealth, hosts Bob, Ryan, Chris, and Courtney dive into the possible effects of President Donald Trump’s policies on the stock market. Could his administration trigger a dramatic surge in stock prices, or might it result in a severe decline? Tune in as we analyze historical trends, evaluate the current economic climate, and provide our expert insights on what could unfold under Trump’s leadership—and how you can safeguard your finances. Whether you’re currently retired, planning your financial future, or just beginning your savings journey, this episode is a must-listen!
Hidden Facts of Finance
The wealth effect is real. From the third quarter of 2023 to the third quarter of 2024 household assets rose 17.9 trillion, with 10 trillion coming from directly held equities and another 2.6 trillion coming from real estate.
Gigachad, a meme coin representing tokenized masculinity, a web page explains that there is no intrinsic value or expectation of financial return. However, it’s up 91,000% over the past year, the market value of more than 600 million.
The average probability that a recession will occur within the next 12 months, according to 70 or so economists polled by the Wall Street Journal’s economic forecasting survey has been declining for the past ten quarters, from a 63% chance in the third quarter of 2022 to just 22% today.
