Trumponomics 2.0: Mercantilism, Corporatism, and Higher Gold

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit vblgoldfix.substack.comHousekeeping: Good Morning. Weaker dollar if Trump is right, Weaker dollar if Trump is wrongToday:* Premium: Written summary and analysis of the TRUMP Bloomberg interview* Commentary: Trumponomics Broken down with video insightsEquity Recap: US equities advanced on Tuesday amid the ongoing rotation into small caps and sectors outside of tech. Large caps lagged small caps: S&P 500 (+0.64%) vs. Russell 2000 (+3.50%). MSCI Emerging Markets (EEM) and MSCI EAFE (EFA) gained 0.57% and 0.48% respectively.Premium / Markets: Trumponomics 2.0Bottom Lines for Economics* Mercantilism- sound money, high tariffs, anti financialization * Classic Corporatism- not banks, businesses that create and innovate and do. Deregulation* Protectionist Tariffs- Consumption taxes* Lower business tax- attract companies, opposite of GermanyBottom lines for Markets* Inflationary at first* Weaker dollar* Higher commodities* Higher stocks* Gyrating bonds * Bullish GoldTrump outlined the core tenets of Trumponomics 2.0 in an interview with Bloomberg. Key highlights:* Sanctions and Tariffs: Despite his dislike for sanctions, Trump plans to enforce extensive bilateral sanctions and draw inspiration from William McKinley’s tariff policies to generate revenue.* Federal Reserve: Jerome Powell will be allowed to complete his term as chair, ending in May 2026* Corporate Tax: Trump intends to lower the corporate tax rate to 15%.* TikTok: He no longer plans to ban TikTok.* Treasury Secretary: Jamie Dimon is considered for the role of Secretary of the Treasury'.* Foreign Policy: Trump is ambivalent about protecting Taiwan from China and punishing Russia for the Ukraine invasion.Trump believes he now better understands the levers of power and the importance of selecting the right personnel. His policies focus on tax cuts, more oil production, deregulation, higher tariffs, and fewer foreign commitments, aimed at appealing to swing state voters. This approach appears to be gaining traction, especially among Black and Hispanic men.EnergyTrump’s approach to inflation includes increasing oil and gas drilling, which he believes will lower prices despite the potential inflationary impact of tariffs. He also emphasizes harsh immigration restrictions to boost domestic wages.Tariffs, not taxesRegarding the budget deficit, Trump’s tax cuts and protectionist policies are expected to exacerbate the national debt. However, his other policies may attract business leaders.Cutting Bait With Externalities and pay for playTrump’s proposed economic agenda includes maintaining tariffs, potentially increasing them, and reconsidering the US commitment to defending Taiwan. He has a favorable stance towards Saudi Arabia, citing personal relationships.Much much more in PremiumMarket News: Bloomberg interviewed Donald Trump on his plans for taxes, tariffs, and Fed Chair Powell among other issues should he win a second presidential term. Trump wants to lower corporate tax rates to 15% and said he would allow Chair Powell to serve out his term which ends in May 2026. He also said he'd consider Jamie Dimon to serve as Treasury Secretary. You can read the full interview here in Bloomberg."Morgan Stanley’s profits increased more than 40 per cent in the second quarter, but the bank reported a slowdown in growth in its cornerstone wealth management business." Source: FTGeopolitics:* Israeli media reported more than 80 rockets were fired from Lebanon on Tuesday night, according to Sky News Arabia.* Lebanon's Hezbollah chief says Israel persistence in targeting civilians will push Lebanon to target "new colonies" that were not previously targeted.* Russian Deputy PM Novak says the latest EU sanctions targeting Russia's LNG industry are illegal, according to TASS.* Hungarian Foreign Minister said efforts are being made to hold a second peace conference on Ukraine this year, according to RIA.Some headlines via NewSquawk or DataTrekData on Deck: RNC Convention 15th-18th* MONDAY, JULY 15 12:00 pm Fed Chairman Powell speaks* TUESDAY, JULY 16 8:30 am U.S. retail sales June -0.2% 0.1%* WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 8:30 am Housing starts June 1.30 million 1.28 million * THURSDAY, JULY 18 U.S. leading economic indicators June -0.3% -0.5%* FRIDAY, JULY 19 10:40 am New York Fed President Williams speaks Premium: Trump Bloomberg Interview Broken DownThis is a dry uninterprtted breakdown trying to reflect the tone of the Bloomberg interview, which showed slight signs that they are changing allegiances politically. Interpretive analysis will follow in the coming days. Up top we gave broadstrokes to get you started.***DO NOT SHARE THIS***