Uncertainty has become the defining feature of today’s economy, disrupting markets and shaking long-term confidence. The recent legal drama surrounding the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs has left businesses, investors, and policymakers caught in a whirlwind. While lawfare rages, everyday Americans are left to navigate an unpredictable financial landscape.

This showdown isn’t just a policy debate. It’s a sign that today’s economic outlook can turn on a dime. Regardless of where you stand on tariffs, the volatility they unleash can linger. For those looking to preserve their hard-earned savings, physical gold offers a level of stability paper assets often can’t match.

A Legal Blow to Trump’s Tariffs

Let’s start with the facts. A U.S. trade court recently ruled that President Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose broad tariffs violated the law. These tariffs were launched under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). They were billed as a tool to combat smuggling and economic sabotage. But for the first time in the Act’s history, a court said a president had overreached.¹

In response, the administration secured a temporary stay from an appeals court. Meaning the tariffs remain in place, for now. But this is only a pause, not a solution. Legal experts expect a prolonged battle that could stretch all the way to the Supreme Court.

In the meantime, U.S. businesses are left wondering what to expect next.

‘What Companies Need Is Direction’

Kei Okamura, a portfolio manager at Neuberger Berman in Tokyo, summed it up:

“What companies need is direction, whether it’s positive or negative. This stop-and-go is not helpful for businesses that need to make decisions that can take several years, even a decade, to implement.”²

He’s right. In a stable environment, companies invest. They expand. They hire. But in an uncertain one? They freeze. They wait. They hedge.

And investors are doing the same. Many of them deciding to hedge with gold.

A $300 Billion Tariff Jackpot — With a Catch

Supporters of the tariffs say they’ll raise over $300 billion in annual revenue. Money that could help offset the cost of the Trump tax cuts. Nick Iacovella from the Coalition for a Prosperous America notes that this revenue could help fund infrastructure and reduce the deficit.³

But that potential revenue comes with concerns. Opponents of the tariffs argue that they could lead to slower economic growth, increased costs for U.S. consumers and businesses, and strained trade relationships around the globe. Some economists point to recent government data showing a $118 billion drop in corporate profits in just one quarter. A decline they believe may be partially tied to trade uncertainty and rising input costs.⁴

Even companies that want to resume imports aren’t sure if they can. One week, it looks like the tariffs are gone. The next, they’re back in force. That kind of whiplash doesn’t just hurt business, it creates systemic instability.

Emergency Powers and Long-Term Questions

Perhaps the bigger issue isn’t the tariffs themselves. It’s how the courts are tying the President’s hands. In Trump’s first term, tariffs went through clear legal channels with public input. Now, using emergency powers under IEEPA, the administration is acting swiftly to protect American jobs and industry.

But the courts are pushing back hard, questioning if the President even has the authority to act this way. That’s more than a legal battle, it’s a fight over who really controls trade policy. The Constitution gives Congress that power, but sometimes quick action from the executive branch is what’s needed.

By blocking the President, the courts risk triggering a constitutional crisis, leaving businesses stuck in limbo and markets rattled. Until this gets sorted, uncertainty will rule, and the economy will pay the price.

Gold: Stability Amidst Confusion

Let’s talk about what we’re seeing in the precious metals market.

Gold surged to over $3,500 per ounce driven by investor fear and a flight to safety. Major analysts at Goldman Sachs and RBC predict that if trade tensions continue, and there’s no reason to think they won’t, gold could spike to $3,950 or higher.⁵

Every time there’s chaos in the headlines, whether it’s war, inflation, or trade disruption, gold rises. Gold has moved from financial asset to financial insurance.

Conclusion

No one knows how the courts will rule or how markets will respond. But one thing is clear: uncertainty is here to stay. Gold has always been a smart way to prepare. It shields your savings, holds its value, and gives you control when everything else feels out of control.

Don’t wait for the next twist in the tariff story. Now may be the right time to consider owning gold, especially in a Gold IRA, so you can have peace of mind no matter what comes next. To learn more about protecting your portfolio from the impact of tariffs, contact American Hartford Gold today at 800-462-0071.

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Notes:

1. https://apnews.com/article/trump-tariffs-business-reaction-3c3288ac2b6178e67b4273d717cdfcb8

2. https://www.reuters.com/business/view-markets-cheer-court-ruling-block-trump-tariffs-2025-05-29/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

3. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/05/29/trump-tariff-trade-emergency-powers-court/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

4. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/05/29/trump-tariff-trade-emergency-powers-court/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

5. https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/goldman-sachs-raises-end-2025-gold-price-forecast-3700oz-2025-04-14/