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Kevin O’Leary: Why Trump Might Save Us, China Can’t Compete, and the Middle Class Is Screwed | PT 1

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Jul 29, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Kevin O’Leary, aka "Mr. Wonderful," delves into the economic landscape with his sharp insights. He analyzes the complexities of America's global negotiating power and the impact of Trump's tariff tactics. O’Leary highlights the challenges posed by China's economic rise and the ongoing competition between the two nations. He emphasizes the implications of political chaos on investors and warns that America risks losing its innovative edge. This conversation is a must-listen for those concerned about the future of the middle class and global economics.
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INSIGHT

Tariffs as American VAT Substitute

  • Trump's tariffs act like an American VAT tax, balancing out value-added taxes abroad with reciprocal tariffs in the US.
  • This strategy equalizes trade taxes, potentially stabilizing tariff negotiations with countries like Canada.
ANECDOTE

O'Leary Knows Trump Personally

  • Kevin O'Leary met Trump 17 years ago during Celebrity Apprentice and Shark Tank productions.
  • He filters Trump's bombastic noise to focus on policy signals like reciprocal tariffs.
INSIGHT

China IP Theft Undermines Trade

  • China has built sectors by stealing American and German IP and never complied with WTO rules.
  • A deal with China requires them to play by rules on IP, courts, and financial market access.
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