Linda Garcia, Texas House Representative, author of Wealth Warrior: 8 Steps for Communities of Color to Conquer the Stock Market, and founder of In Luz We Trust, is dedicated to empowering BIPOC and Latinx communities through financial literacy. Her podcast, Investies, tackles real-money topics, demystifies investing, and explores crucial areas like the stock market, money management, and the impact of interest rates on personal finances. Linda’s work advocates for financial independence, championing equity and representation for all, especially immigrants and marginalized communities. As a financial feminist, she encourages listeners—regardless of political affiliation, be it Republican or Democrat—to take control of their financial futures. Through her podcast and advocacy, Linda tackles the intersection of financial education, the economy, and geopolitics, helping diverse communities build wealth and secure their place in today’s financial landscape.

Please note: we recorded this week’s episode on Monday, February 10. Last week, we saw Trump impose tariffs on Canada and Mexico. In the last week, those tariffs have been deferred for a month; as of this week, tariffs on Chinese goods are in effect. Linda examines why Trump is imposing these tariffs, and how they might effect our economy and on our stock marketing and our investments. Linda also takes a look at the history of tariffs, and their impact on the national debt, and examines the latest round of Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum. Things look rosy now, but the fallout may negatively impact the stock market. Hold on to your profile, and don’t make any big moves.

There are so many ways to make the stock market work for you as you gain more experience as an investor. If you have questions about different kinds of investing, please reach out! You can find us on Patreon, and submit questions without getting a membership (but we appreciate it if you do decide to invest in our show!). We love speaking with our listeners. Happy investing and happy trading!

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