The Peter Schiff Show Podcast

Spin Of The Union

Feb 26, 2026
A sharp takedown of claims about economic triumphs, GDP growth, and stock market performance. A deep dive into housing policy, mortgage distortions, and comparisons to 2008. Arguments that tariffs, tax cuts, and entitlement promises mask looming fiscal and sovereign debt risks. Investment lean toward precious metals and foreign equities is also highlighted.
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INSIGHT

U.S. Stocks Are Lagging Global Markets

  • Schiff says stock-market bragging is misleading because the U.S. market has been one of the worst performers globally since Trump's election.
  • He contrasts strong foreign fund returns and gold gains with a flat U.S. market to refute 'hottest economy' claims.
INSIGHT

GDP Shows No Trump Turnaround

  • GDP growth slowed from 2.8% in Biden's final year to 2.4% in Trump's first full year, undermining claims of a dramatic turnaround.
  • Schiff notes the late-2025 quarterly estimate was as low as 1.4%, indicating weakening momentum.
ADVICE

Don't Use Demand Tax Cuts To Fight Inflation

  • Avoid demand-focused tax cuts and giveaways that boost spending during inflationary periods.
  • Schiff argues Trump-style tax cuts (tips, overtime, targeted incentives) pump aggregate demand and worsen inflation without cutting spending.
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