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Economic Tightropes: Inflation, Tax Cuts, and Government Efficiency with Robert Brant Hammer (EP 5) S2

Finish Big 2.0 w/ Mark Dorman

Release Date: 03/11/2025

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In this episode of Finish Big, Mark Dorman engages with Brant Hammer, a finance professor and investment expert, to discuss the pressing economic challenges of inflation and their impact on businesses.

They dive into Biden’s economic policies, Trump’s potential strategies for growth, and actionable insights for entrepreneurs to build strong succession plans. This conversation is packed with valuable takeaways for business leaders navigating a rapidly evolving economy.

Mark and Robert discuss:

  • WVU’s Student Managed Investment Fund gives students real world investment experience.
  • Inflation during Biden’s term was fuelled by fiscal deficits and supply chain disruptions.
  • Small businesses suffered in a “K-shaped” recovery, widening economic gaps.
  • Trump’s energy policies could lower oil prices and reduce inflation risks.
  • Tariffs can be a strategic tool to negotiate fairer trade agreements.
  • Extending the 2017 tax cuts would stabilise markets but must be balanced with spending cuts.
  • Pro-energy policies could lower production costs and benefit consumers.

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About Our Guest:

Robert Hammer is a finance professor at WVU and advisor to the Student Managed Investment Fund, where he mentors students managing a $650,000+ portfolio. With extensive experience in banking and academia, Robert also authors Capital Notes, a newsletter focusing on investments and macroeconomics.