Dear Friend,
First, China dominated manufacturing. Then, AI.
Now, it’s coming for Big Pharma—developing breakthrough drugs faster and cheaper while U.S. biotech firms get tangled in red tape.
Meanwhile, Trump’s tariff threats had Wall Street in meltdown mode, but Mexico and Canada folded fast, proving once again that tough talk gets results.
And if you think the Super Bowl is just about touchdowns, think again—there’s a record $1.4 billion in bets on the line, plus $8 million ad slots packed with celebs and nostalgia.
Oh, and don’t count on the IRS disappearing anytime soon.
They’ll be fully staffed through tax season—because, of course, they are.
Here’s what’s inside this edition of the Everlasting Wealth Insider Report.
Jeremy Blossom
Editor in Chief, Everlasting Wealth
MARKET HEADLINES
📈 Pinterest stock soared 22% after posting its first-ever billion-dollar revenue quarter and forecasting strong growth driven by AI innovations.
📉 Ford CEO warned that Trump’s proposed tariffs could devastate the U.S. auto industry, wiping out billions in profits and raising vehicle prices.
💰 Private equity is booming beyond the ultrawealthy, with firms eyeing the $9 trillion 401(k) market while investors weigh liquidity risks.
📉 Nvidia stock slipped despite recent gains, as investors reassessed the impact of Chinese AI competitor DeepSeek on the semiconductor market.
📉 Bitcoin and XRP fell as crypto traders grew frustrated over Trump’s lack of follow-through on pro-crypto policies and regulatory support.
China’s Biotech Boom: The U.S. Drug Industry’s Wake-Up Call
First, China dominated manufacturing.
Then, it challenged the U.S. in AI.
Now, it’s coming for Big Pharma—and American drugmakers are taking notice.
Chinese biotech firms are developing breakthrough drugs faster and cheaper than their U.S. counterparts, thanks to low-cost clinical trials and a streamlined regulatory system.
Merck, AstraZeneca, and other pharma giants are now scooping up Chinese-developed drugs instead of paying top dollar for American biotech startups.
Great for Big Pharma’s bottom line—but bad news for U.S. innovation and venture capital.
While politicians focus on AI and trade wars, China is quietly reshaping the future of life-saving medicine.
The big question now: Will America fight to stay ahead, or let China run the biotech show?
STOCKS TO WATCH
↘️ Amazon: The e-commerce giant forecasted weaker-than-expected sales and operating income while announcing record capital expenditures for AI this year. Shares slid 3% in premarket trading.
↗️ Pinterest: The social media platform reached an all-time high in monthly active users and provided an upbeat revenue outlook for the quarter. Shares soared 20% premarket.
↘️ E.l.f. Beauty: The affordable makeup brand slashed its annual sales guidance, triggering a sharp 25% drop in its shares before the market opened.
↗️ Affirm: The buy-now, pay-later company posted stronger-than-expected revenue, with its gross merchandise volume surpassing $10 billion for the first time. Shares surged over 16% premarket.
🔎 Take-Two Interactive Software: The video game developer reported a narrower-than-expected quarterly loss. CEO Strauss Zelnick said 2025 could be one of the company’s strongest years, with the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI set for release in the fall.
This Day in the Markets
📉 On this day in 1966, the Dow Jones Industrial Average surged past 1,000 points for the first time during intraday trading, marking a significant psychological milestone for investors, but the rally was short-lived as economic uncertainty, inflation concerns, and tightening Federal Reserve policies prevented the index from sustaining this level, with the Dow struggling for years before it could consistently remain above this historic threshold.’
STOCK PICK OF THE WEEK
Brownstone Research
Forget Buying Bitcoin—This Strategy Claims to Beat It 22-to-1
There is something happening in Bitcoin right now you need to be aware of…
Before you consider buying Bitcoin (or adding to your stack), I urge you to watch this video with legendary hedge fund manager and trading veteran Larry Benedict, whose fund was ranked in the top 1% globally by Barron’s…
Because this information could be a true game changer for millions of Americans.
In short, the SEC made a landmark decision that could change Bitcoin forever — and potentially transform the entire economy.
But Larry still isn’t advising his readers to buy any Bitcoin.
Instead, he’s working with a money-making strategy he calls “Bitcoin Skimming.”
It doesn’t involve buying or selling Bitcoin at all.
You don’t need to invest a single penny in any cryptocurrency.
And get this: It’s CRUSHED Bitcoin’s returns.
It’s already beaten Bitcoin’s returns 6-to-1, 9-to-1, and even 22-to-1.
For every $1,000 you made with Bitcoin… you could have made as much as $22,000 with this new strategy.
That’s why he has released this video.
During the briefing, he’ll equip you with all the information to start “Bitcoin Skimming” too.
This video is free to watch.
There’s only one catch. It could be taken offline soon.
ECONOMY
Trump’s Tariffs: Bad for the Economy, But Great for Making Mexico and Canada Sweat
The markets hate tariffs—but Mexico and Canada sure took them seriously.
Trump’s threatened 25% tariffs sent stocks tumbling and inflation fears rising, proving yet again that tariffs do raise prices and hurt growth.
But here’s the kicker: they also work.
Within days, both Mexico and Canada scrambled to make concessions on border security to avoid the economic pain.
Sure, the markets recovered when Trump hit pause—but don’t be fooled.
This was classic Trump negotiation: apply pressure, get results.
And if Mexico and Canada don’t stay in line, guess what?
Those tariffs are right there, waiting.
Like it or not, Trump’s playing hardball—and winning.
ECONOMY HEADLINES
📉 Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is exploring ways to lower 10-year Treasury yields, including energy price cuts and deficit reduction, but experts warn financial repression may be needed.
📈 J.P. Morgan Asset Management CEO George Gatch urges investors to stay in the market, diversify holdings, and capitalize on high bond yields rather than attempting to time downturns.
⚖️ A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s effort to secure mass federal worker resignations, citing legal challenges from labor unions.
⚡ Trump and Musk’s rapid government spending cuts are facing repeated legal roadblocks, with courts halting funding freezes and employee buyout plans.
📊 Bessent’s push to extend Trump-era tax cuts without offsetting spending reductions could alarm bond markets, potentially driving long-term interest rates even higher.
BUSINESS
Super Bowl Sunday: Where Football Meets Billions in Business
The biggest American sporting event isn’t just about touchdowns—it’s about big money across multiple industries.
Ads are running a record $8 million per 30 seconds, meaning brands are playing it safe with nostalgia, celebs, and comedy.
Fox is cashing in on the broadcast, with Tom Brady calling the game and its streaming service Tubi pushing free TV.
Betting?
A whopping $1.4 billion is expected to be legally wagered, with sportsbooks hoping to recover from a rough NFL season.
Even Swifties are getting in on the action, though Vegas won’t let you bet on a Travis Kelce–Taylor Swift proposal (cowards).
And don’t forget the influencers—the NFL is bringing in 150 of them to make sure the next generation watches the game… even if it’s just for the memes.
RETIREMENT
A Trump-Backed National Retirement Plan? Now That’s a Game Changer
For decades, corporate pensions have disappeared, leaving Americans to fend for themselves with 401(k)s that most aren’t saving enough into.
Now, as the first fully 401(k)-dependent generation retires, the cracks in the system are impossible to ignore.
Enter this bold idea: a national retirement savings program that would give every high school graduate a $1,000 kick-start investment, with tax-free growth and ultra-low fees.
It’s a self-sufficiency model, not another bloated entitlement program, and could turn even modest savings into half a million dollars by retirement.
The best part?
It would cost just $5 billion a year, a drop in the bucket compared to Social Security’s $1.3 trillion price tag.
If Trump wants to cement his legacy as the president who restored financial security, this might be the smartest move yet.
Trivia
Which of the following sectors contributes the most to the U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as of recent years?
A. Manufacturing
B. Financial Services
C. Healthcare
D. Information Technology
E. Real Estate
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TAXES
The IRS Isn’t Going Anywhere—At Least Until Tax Season Ends
If you were hoping Trump’s government downsizing would make the IRS disappear before April 15, think again.
While the administration’s “deferred resignation” program is pushing federal workers out the door, IRS employees handling tax returns, refunds, and IT are getting a pass until May 15.
Translation: The IRS will still be fully staffed to collect your taxes—but after that?
Who knows.
Government unions are losing their minds, calling this a “bait and switch”, while critics warn this shake-up could cause chaos down the line.
But let’s be real—of all the federal agencies, the IRS was never going to be the first to shut down.
So go ahead and file your taxes—Big Government still wants its cut.
Answer
Which of the following sectors contributes the most to the U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as of recent years?
E. Real Estate
The real estate sector is the largest contributor to U.S. GDP, accounting for over 13% of the total GDP.
This includes residential and commercial real estate, rental income, and related services.
While sectors like healthcare, financial services, and information technology are also major contributors, the sheer size and impact of real estate—including home sales, property development, and rent-related expenditures—make it the dominant force in the U.S. economy.
The financial services sector follows closely, driven by banking, investment, and insurance activities.
