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This Week’s Spotlight: Liberation Day Shakeup, EU’s Power Grab, Allies Push Back

The Neil McCoy-Ward Newsletter

Opening Note…

Welcome to this weeks newsletter, I trust you are doing well against this back drop of instability we’ve seen over this past week.

To summarise the week, we seem to be entering a new period of economic conflict with alliances changing & Nations scrambling. This is due to the new US trade & tariffs. Countries who always had a great trade advantage with the US are understandably rattled, now it’s a case of trying to protect their own interests...

The same forces causing turmoil on the global stage are creating instability at the individual level too. Rising costs, lower outputs, higher interest rates, and shifting economic power will impact everyone at every level.

But the question is: Have you positioned yourself for your own success during this period?

Right now, the smart move is to fortify your own financial position…

I won’t write an essay/novel here, but the key points are always the same:
1. Eliminate bad DEBT
2. Build a strong CREDIT Rating
3. Have more coming IN each month than you have going OUT
4. Have more than one stream of cashflow/income - one stream is risky!
5. SAVE & INVEST, keep building up your nest egg
6. Ramp this up with creating online businesses that you can operate from anywhere…

There’s obviously a lot more to it than this, but I just wanted to simplify it as much as possible here…

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Ok now let’s break down what’s happening and, most importantly, how you can position yourself to thrive in this economy:

Table of Contents

1. Weekly Spotlight

President Trump Declares 'Liberation Day' with Sweeping Tariffs

This week, President Trump took actions that most mainstream outlets are framing as reckless, economically dangerous, unfair & even racist! (I was waiting for someone to pull out the race card here…) but actually, the reality is far more strategic. On April 2, 2025, Trump declared "Liberation Day," enacting a sweeping set of tariffs on foreign imports, aimed at reclaiming America’s manufacturing base and restoring national economic sovereignty.

The Countries listed were interesting, because they were the same Countries I estimated would be hit in my Patreon Monthly Macro Video, recorded just 1 day before.

You can watch that video here if you haven’t seen it yet: LINK

The tariffs included:

  • 34% levies on China

  • 20% on the European Union

  • 24% on Japan​

  • 6% on Vietnam

  • 32% on Taiwan​

  • 27% on India

  • 26% on South Korea

  • 37% on Thailand

  • 31% on South Africa

  • 30% on Pakistan

  • 25% on Canada and Mexico, excluding those compliant with the USMCA

  • 10% on UK imports—even America's closest allies are not exempt from the President’s effort to level the playing field. Although he gave the UK a heavy discount Vs other Countries.

  • A blanket 25% tariff on all foreign-made automobiles—a move aimed at reviving the U.S. auto industry.

While the mainstream media predicts economic catastrophe, Trump remains steadfast, stating that the “stock is going to boom.”

Trump’s strategic bet: By pressuring foreign entities through tariffs, manufacturing will return to American soil, creating jobs and improving the US economy.

Here's a key component: Trump declared a national economic emergency to fast-track these measures. It wasn’t just about tariffs, it was also about restructuring U.S. trade as a whole.

But why now? What changed in the last month to prompt such a drastic shift?

The truth is, this ties directly into everything I’ve been covering recently:

  • Unfair trade practices - many global competitors don’t have fair tariffs with the US, some Countries even have a monopoly on certain products and use tariffs and subsidies to boost their trade.

  • The collapse of Western leadership, riddled with corruption, dystopian control measures and losing credibility globally.

  • Increasing competition from adversaries such as Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran, who are actively seeking to exploit any weaknesses.

Trump sees what's coming, and he's preparing for a long term economic victory. Even if it crashes the markets in doing so. He says he’s playing the long game, and isn’t interested in the short term impact on the markets.

Summary:
This is about much more than just tariffs. It’s about the most powerful country in the world becoming more powerful. If Trump succeeds, this could be the turning point that redefines America’s economic future (for the better), but the rest of the World - not so much…

2. Quick Takes

Here are the top stories shaping the week:

  • Macron Urges European Companies to Freeze U.S. Investments
    French President Emmanuel Macron has called on European companies to halt investments in the U.S. in response to the new 20% tariffs imposed by President Trump on EU imports.

  • Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney Reaffirms U.S. Alliance
    After initial criticism of U.S. trade policies and strong fighting talk (elect me & I’ll go to economic war with Trump!) Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has done a huge U-Turn & acknowledged America as "our most important security ally." This shift follows escalating trade tensions and Canada's concerns over economic dependency on U.S. trade.

  • EU Warns of Countermeasures Against U.S. Tariffs
    European Union officials have cautioned of "immense consequences" and are preparing retaliatory measures in response to Trump's tariffs. Leaders across Europe are scrambling to find viable countermeasures, and are ‘taking nothing off the table’

  • 'Disloyal' NSC Staffers Dismissed After Internal Review
    Several US National Security Council staffers were reportedly fired following an internal review that revealed unauthorized leaks and disloyalty. The dismissals are part of broader efforts to ensure loyalty and confidentiality within the administration.

  • Australian Prime Minister Albanese Falls During Campaign Event
    Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese experienced a minor mishap, falling off the stage during a campaign event in New South Wales. The Australian federal election is scheduled for Saturday, 3 May 2025.

  • Scottish Conservative MSP Resigns Over Party's Direction
    Jamie Greene, a Member of the Scottish Parliament, has resigned from the Conservative Party. In his resignation letter to party leader Russell Findlay, Greene stated, "I do not believe that I have left the Conservative Party. I believe that the party has left me."

Neil’s Takeaways:

Global Realignment Underway
Countries are either aligning with U.S. interests or preparing countermeasures.
Prepare: Prioritize industries focused on U.S. energy, manufacturing, domestic supply chains, and near-shoring opportunities. There’s a lot of HUGE discounted stocks on the way right now, prepare to grab some at an absolute bargain! (Use the stock screener from my Stock Market Program to find these companies).

Europe’s Fragility Exposed
Retaliatory measures and internal divisions are likely to create volatility.
Prepare: Monitor European markets, research sectors like cybersecurity and domestic production.

Canada’s Dependence Highlighted
Expect adjustments in commodities and cross-border agreements.
Prepare: Watch for trade renegotiations, focus on U.S.-centric supply chains, and identify opportunities in commodities.

Consolation:
Tariff-driven tensions and fractured alliances are creating heavy instability. Stay focused on resilient industries, diversify investments, and monitor global developments very closely.

3. Important Video of The Week:

🔥 EU's Secret Agenda: They're Coming for Your Savings Accounts! The EU just announced plans to fund their €800 billion defence spending by tapping into private savings accounts!!! Yes, you read that right - I couldn’t believe it myself when I did the research. Watch The Full Video On YouTube

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4. Chart of the Week

Visualizing Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs on Major Nations

President Trump's recent announcement introduces a baseline 10% tariff on imports from numerous countries, with significantly higher rates for key trading partners. The objective here is clear: Align trade imbalances and strengthen the U.S. industrial base.

5. Market Overview

This week, markets have been heavily influenced by Trump's new tariffs (& not in a good way!)

Stock Market:

  • Monday: Markets were relatively stable, with major indices showing minimal movement as investors awaited significant economic announcements.​

  • Tuesday: A slight uptick occurred as investors anticipated upcoming policy decisions, leading to modest gains across various sectors.​

  • Wednesday: Markets reacted negatively following President Trump's announcement of new tariffs, resulting in significant sell-offs, particularly in technology and industrial sectors.​

  • Thursday: The downturn intensified, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping 1,679 points (4%), the S&P 500 falling 4.84%, and the Nasdaq Composite decreasing nearly 6%, marking the worst single-day performances since 2020.

Cryptocurrency:

  • Bitcoin (BTC): Trading near $82,000, with a slight downward trend reflecting caution across financial markets.

  • Ethereum (ETH): Priced around $1,800, showing moderate declines as investors move away from speculative assets.

  • Solana (SOL): Hovering near $116, experiencing sharper drops compared to other major cryptocurrencies.

  • Binance Coin (BNB): Holding relatively steady around $590, showing resilience despite market volatility.

  • XRP: Trading near $2, with continued downward pressure reflecting overall market weakness.

Neil’s Summary: The markets are moving on fear, speculation, and uncertainty. This environment will shake out weak hands, but also create opportunities for those who remain calm, strategic, and focused on long-term positioning.

Stick to the principles I teach in my stock market program. Avoid knee-jerk reactions, double down on resilient sectors, and position yourself for stability. Now is the time to really accelerate your investment plan with buying cheap stocks (that will strengthen dramatically later).

6. Faith & Success

The Power of Consistent Obedience

“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.”
Joshua 1:8

This powerful verse from the Old Testament shows us that true success and prosperity are directly tied to consistent faithfulness and obedience to core principles.

If you want to succeed, your actions must be right. Whether it's your spiritual journey or your financial/personal growth; consistency and obedience will always produce results.

Make it a habit to study, apply, and stay committed to the right practices. The results will produce themselves.

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Now is the perfect time to focus on your personal finances.

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Stay Informed, Stay Empowered! Stay Blessed!

See you next time,

Your Friend,
Neil McCoy-Ward