investment News

“TACO Trump” and the Tariff Dip: Why Investors Aren’t Falling for It Anymore

Markets may react fast, but investors are getting smarter. Each time Trump threatens tariffs, we see the same pattern: a brief panic, a sharp sell-off, and then a recovery. The “TACO Trade”—Trump Always Chickens Out—is a cycle investors know too well, even after just a few months. In this piece, we unpack why the dynamic continues to matter in 2025—and how smart investors are finding stability beyond the chaos.
TACO Trade

What we cover:

  • Trump’s latest 10% tariff threat, and why it fizzled.
  • How “buy the dip” became a go-to strategy during tariff scares.
  • The impact on tech, auto, and consumer sectors.
  • Why investors are craving calm, not volatility.
  • How collector cars offer stability in a headline-driven market.

The Tariff Threat That Fell Flat (Again)

In May 2025, Trump floated the idea of a 10% blanket tariff on all imports; a bold protectionist move meant to spur domestic manufacturing. Markets flinched at first, but the panic didn’t last. Investors have seen this movie before. They know the playbook: Trump talks tough, markets dip, and nothing really happens. The tariffs often get watered down, delayed, or scrapped entirely.
That’s why traders now see these moments as opportunities, not emergencies. Panic sell-offs on tariff headlines are quickly followed by rebounds—and savvy investors are ready to pounce.

Buy the Dip: A Predictable Play

Look no further than auto stocks. When Trump made his latest tariff threat, shares of Tesla, Ford, and GM briefly slipped, then bounced back within days. Even luxury brands like Ferrari and Porsche barely flinched.

As Bloomberg put it: “Markets are building immunity to Trump’s economic threats, focusing on fundamentals over theater.” Traders have adapted. They’re flipping fear into fast profits.

But Not Everyone Wants to Play Chicken

For retail investors and long-term planners, the tariff rollercoaster is exhausting. Short-term swings breed anxiety, not steady returns. That’s why many are pivoting to real-world assets—tangible, scarce, and unbothered by political headlines.

Enter: Collector Cars

Collector cars aren’t just pretty machines. They’re assets that hold value based on rarity, provenance, and cultural significance—not the latest tweet or policy pivot. According to Knight Frank’s Luxury Investment Index, collector cars appreciated 185% over the past decade, outperforming stocks, real estate, and fine art.

With MCQ Markets, you can access this asset class with just $20. No garage required. No mechanic on speed dial. Just a stake in a market built on scarcity—not speculation.

Conclusion: Park Your Capital in Stability

You can chase dips and trade headlines. Or you can invest in assets built to outlast the noise. For those tired of volatility, collector cars offer a compelling hedge; a portfolio built for the long road, not the next panic.
Other Articles you may like
Stay in the loop

Follow us on social media to stay in the loop with our newest feature releases, drops, and tips and tricks for navigating our revolutionary platform.

Copyright © 2025 McQueen Labs Inc.

Navigation
Legal

None of the information on our website (“Site”) should be construed as investment, financial, tax, or legal advice.

Information on the Site has been prepared by McQueen Labs Series LLC (“MCQ”) without reference to any particular individual’s investment goals or financial situation and contains summary information relating to MCQ’s investment opportunities (individually, an “Offering,” and collectively, the “Offerings”) that is qualified in its entirety by reference to the more detailed discussions contained in the respective Offering Circular filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or other offering materials relating to such Offering. You are encouraged to consult with tax, legal, and financial professionals before investing in an Offering.

“Share” and “Shares” refer to Class A Units in a series of MCQ.

By investing in an Offering, you understand you are investing solely in the series that owns each asset (a type of corporate structure), and not in the asset itself. See How It Works for more information.

Investments contain a high degree of risk. YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY REVIEW THE RELEVANT MCQ OFFERING CIRCULAR BEFORE DECIDING TO INVEST, A COPY OF WHICH WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE SEC’S WEBSITE, AND VIA OUR DISCLOSURES PAGE DISCLOSURES PAGE, WHICH WE URGE YOU TO READ IN FULL.

You must read the offering documents filed with the SEC before investing.

For any proposed Offering pursuant to an Offering Circular that has not yet been qualified by the SEC, no money or other consideration is being solicited, and if sent in response, will not be accepted. No offer to buy the securities can be accepted and no part of the purchase price can be received until the Offering Statement for such Offering has been qualified by the SEC and any such offer may be withdrawn or revoked, without obligation or commitment of any kind, at any time before notice of acceptance given after the date of qualification. An indication of interest involves no obligation or commitment of any kind.

By using the Site, you agree to the MCQ’s Terms of Use (which require that disputes be resolved through) and Privacy Policy. For more information about our Site and Offerings, you should review our Important Disclosures.

Communications are not investment advice or a recommendation to purchase securities. Authors of such communications are employees of MCQ and have conflicts of interest related to investment in the featured assets. Content is sent exclusively from MCQ and is not endorsed by or affiliated with any other third-party authors.