Your “Liberation Day” Primer

Donald Trump has declared that Wednesday, April 2, will be “Liberation Day”...

And Wall Street is very, very nervous — setting investors up for another volatile week.

In a minute, I’ll make sure you’re up to speed on what’s happening… as well as what our experts are saying to prepare you for it.

But first, let’s take a look at our Top Stories and the Reader Forum.

Your Top Stories & Analysis of the Week:

• “Made in China. Trained in America” (Altucher Confidential, Chris Campbell): Household robots will be here sooner than you think — and we’re not talking about automatic vacuum cleaners. In fact, the United States and China are racing to get fully mobile robotic maids and butlers to market. Chris breaks down how the competition is going so far… and shares who he expects to win. As you’ll see, there’s much more at stake than just where your friendly robot will come from. This was our most-liked e-letter last week for a reason!

• “The New Miserables” (Paradigm Pressroom’s 5 Bullets, Emily Clancy): We’ve heard a lot about the political divide in the United States. But what if there’s another cause for all of the extremism? Emily provides an alternative view of recent shocking headlines… along with the statistics that support seeing things in a new light. One reader called it “nothing short of profound and sobering, from beginning to end.” See why Emily’s single-topic take was the most-liked 5 Bullets last week.

• “A Financial Catastrophe in the Making” (The Situation Report with Jim Rickards, Jim Rickards): Experts have floated various schemes to get the U.S. government’s debt under control. But Jim recently told Situation Report members why the most dangerous idea is the so-called “Mar-a-Largo Accords.” The name brings to mind previous international agreements that have kept the U.S. dollar the world’s reserve currency. This time, however, the plan could lead to the greatest banking crisis in history. As Trump tries to enact his agenda, the Mar-a-Largo Accords might become a reality. So I’ve unlocked Jim’s analysis to prepare you for the potential disaster!

Remember, we publish tens to HUNDREDS of stories. The write-ups above are our TOP ones for the week — including one that had been roped off from the public. If you want to stay ahead of the pack, make sure you’re caught up now.

And if you’d like to nominate any of our stories for next week’s “Top 3,” just let me know at concierge@paradigmpressgroup.com.

The Reader Forum:

First from the mailbag, Edward W. tells us:

I used Grok a few days ago because I had a serious project that I've been slowly getting one part after another. Thirty minutes and Grok put together key groups, government data and a simple plan that would have taken at least a year working alone. I have never been more excited about AI and the guys who brought it to me. Thanks guys; you have proven your worth.

I’m glad to hear you’re using artificial intelligence to simplify your life, Edward. And I’m very happy that we inspired you to give it a try!

Our team has been exploring various AI platforms, too — looking to bring you the best information as efficiently as possible. Of course, we still have a long way to go before the software writes our issues and alerts for us.

But it is saving us time, which means we can devote more time to honing our ideas.

Next, Kurt V. wants Jim Rickards to know:

I really enjoy your newsletters and have followed for several years. Based on what I have read and learned, I have enjoyed protected and growing assets over the last four tumultuous years.

Thanks for writing in, Kurt. Jim and his team have seen this, of course, but I’d like to share my appreciation as well!

The last few years have certainly been volatile. So I’m glad you signed on with Jim when you did — then stuck around as he guided you through every market dip and spike.

Your loyalty should continue to pay off, too, as Jim helps you navigate the challenges he sees ahead!

And finally for today, LeRoy B. writes James Altucher to say:

Your group is allowing other companies to look as if they are representing your group or worse that you are recommending this outside group. You must already sell my information to other investing groups as I receive more and more emails from investment advising groups daily. I implore you to consider the risk of having a link to an unsecured website within your publications.

Hopefully you don’t mind me fielding this one LeRoy, since my answer may interest all of our members.

While I understand your frustration… I need more information to figure out if we’re responsible for the problems you’re having.

You should only be receiving emails from Paradigm Press — James’ publisher. Your membership also includes several free e-letters from James and his colleagues. And we like to tell you about other strategies and opportunities developed by our in-house team of experts.

We’ll also spotlight partners that aren’t part of Paradigm Press. But we always include a note at the top to let you know when an email is coming from an outside group.

And we never sell your personal information! In fact, we take protecting your information very seriously — which is why I’m surprised to hear you’ve been receiving links to unsecured websites.

If you could tell me more about the suspicious emails you’re receiving or the unsecured links you’re being sent, I can get to the bottom of this.

That wraps up this week’s Reader Forum.

Remember, your feedback is vital to our success… so please email me at concierge@paradigmpressgroup.com.

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Now, here’s what’s happening around the water cooler this week…

The Water Cooler — Upcoming Events and More

Trump’s tariff promises and threats have created a roller coaster on Wall Street.

Now investors are bracing for another wave of tariff announcements on Wednesday — which the president has dubbed “Liberation Day.”

Trump says that his impending Executive Orders will impact every country. But no one knows if the fees will be distributed equally or if the White House will rapidly cut deals with the affected nations.

“Tariffs should be a clearly articulated policy that's promised over years, and not a negotiating tool,” says Jim Rickards’ senior analyst, Dan Amoss. “Because if they are a negotiating tool, businesses can't plan.”

The president’s ultimate goal is to convince companies to build more of their products in the United States.

In fact, Trump has already signed an Executive Order that will tax vehicles based on how many foreign components they contain

So the biggest winners will be businesses that reshore production as quickly and smoothly as possible.

Dan warns that companies that specialize in things “like apparel or low-end electronics will never be competitive to make in the United States.”

Zach Scheidt, our income and trading specialist, think the tariffs will be very good for domestic steel producers.

He expects a beaten-down name to restart its dividend payouts once cash comes rolling back in thanks to the tariffs.

And our entire team thinks gold will continue to run as investors brace for the worst.

In short, it will be a tricky week. But our team will help guide you through it!