How to handle your money during tariff uncertainty

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🗓️ 28 April 2025

⏱️ 22 minutes

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With stock market volatility and fears of price increases driven by the new tariffs, you may be worried about your finances. In this episode, certified financial planner Lauryn Williams explains how to handle your spending, savings and retirement accounts in times of economic instability.

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