Tariffs, Tantrums, and Staying Chill"

Hey Lazy Investor,

Well, sh*t. Just when we thought the market might give us a breather, here comes another round of economic chaos.

Trump's Tariff Tornado:

• 10% tax slapped on all imports. Yep, everything.

• 34% hammer on Chinese goods. Because why not?

• 20% hit on the EU. Sorry, Europe.

And the world? Not amused.

China's Clapback:

• 34% tariffs on U.S. goods starting April 10. Tit for tat.

• Export restrictions on rare earths. That's gonna sting.

• U.S. firms added to the "unreliable entities" list. Ouch.

Other countries are scrambling for deals to dodge the tariff bullet, but China's doubling down.

📈 What This Means for Your Wallet

• Prices Up: From gadgets to groceries, expect to pay more.

• Market Mood Swings: Volatility's the name of the game now.

• Supply Chain Shenanigans: Delays and disruptions incoming.

🧾 The Lazy Bull Balanced Portfolio (a.k.a. “The Chill Stack”)

Here’s what I’m holding through the tariff tantrums:

• 40% VTI – U.S. Total Market

• 20% VXUS – International exposure (yes, even with the drama)

• 15% BND – Bonds for balance

• 10% VPU – Defensive play (utilities, because lights still gotta stay on)

• 10% BTC / ETH – Just enough crypto to stay spicy

• 5% Cash – For dips, emergencies, or snacks

📊 It’s boring. It’s balanced. It’s built to survive tariff tantrums and trump tweets..

🧘 How to Ride Out This Sh*tstorm

• Diversify Like a Pro: Spread your bets; don't put all your eggs in one basket.

• Quality Over Hype: Solid companies with real profits > meme stocks.

• Cash Is King: Keep some on hand for emergencies or opportunities.

• DCA FTW: Regular investments smooth out the bumps.

🐮 Lazy Bull's Parting Wisdom:

Stay the course. Ignore the noise. Your future self will thank you.

Until next time,

– Lazy Bull

^{Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. The content provided is for informational purposes only. Always do your own research}