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How Startup Insiders Are Using IRAs to Stash Their Wealth

Jul 22, 2026 · 12m

Summary

The episode covers the Trump administration’s new tariff strategies, including Section 301 duties and threats against Iran. It also explores how wealthy investors use IRAs to hold private startup shares for tax advantages. Finally, the show discusses major tech earnings, New York’s rent freeze lawsuit, and the New York Mets’ record-breaking financial inefficiency.

Topics discussed

IBM AI ad and show introduction Trump administration trade tariffs and uncertainty Tech earnings: AT&T, Tesla, Alphabet, and IBM Oil prices rise due to shipping disruptions Fisher Investments advertisement Wealthy investors using IRAs for private equity Trump threatens Iran over Strait of Hormuz NYC landlords sue over rent freeze policy Nicolas Maduro trial date set for June New York Mets: biggest waste of money in MLB Fisher Investments advertisement and sign-off
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