How to Survive the Trump Market Rollercoaster

Tariffs up, tariffs down,
Markets smile, then they drown.
China’s bad, then China’s great,
One post later—stocks inflate!

If you thought investing was calm and predictable, think again.

Stock markets go up and down all the time. A drop of 10%, 20%, or even more is completely normal. In fact, since 1980, markets have fallen by at least 10% in 8 out of every 10 years.

These drops can feel scary because no one knows how big the decline will be or if a full-blown recession is coming, where markets could fall 30% or even 50%. Luckily, big recessions don’t happen often. In the last 20 years, we’ve had two major ones: the 2008 financial crisis the 2020 COVID crash.

But now, with Donald Trump back in office, markets are not just facing normal ups and downs. They’re reacting to even bigger extremes because of his policies and unpredictable leadership style—where things can change from one hour to the next.

And if there’s one thing markets hate, it’s uncertainty.

So, how can you handle four years of market chaos? I’ve put together some simple tips to help you stay ahead (or at least survive without needing painkillers).

5 Ways to Win in the Trump Volatile Era

One press conference can send markets crashing. One tweet can make stocks soar. A sudden policy change can leave investors totally confused.

One day, the U.S. is in a trade war with China, and stocks drop. The next day, Trump praises China’s leader, and stocks jump. One day, tariffs rise—the next, they fall.

Meanwhile, investors, business owners, and world leaders are left wondering: What the heck is going on?!

But here’s something important: Big market swings aren’t a problem—they’re an opportunity. If you know how to handle them, you can turn chaos into profit.

Let’s go over how to survive (and even make money) when markets move faster than Trump changes his mind.

1. Market Drops Are a Good Thing (Yes, Really!)

Most people panic when stocks fall. Headlines scream:
“The Worst Market Crash Since 2008!”
“Stocks Plunge as Trump Announces Tariffs!”
“Are We Headed for a Recession?”

And what do most people do? They sell.

But here’s the truth: Stock market crashes are perfectly normal and simply temporary discounts.

Think About It:

• If your favorite car suddenly dropped in price by 30%, would you freak out? No! You’d grab the deal.
• If you were shopping for shoes and saw your favorite brand at 40% off, would you panic? Of course not! You would buy them!
• But when stocks drop 30-40%, most people sell instead of buy.

Smart investors see crashes as opportunities. They buy more when prices are low.

2. History Shows That Buying During Crashes Pays Off

If you need proof, just look at past market crashes:

The 2008 Financial Crisis: Stocks fell 50%, but those who bought stock ETFs then tripled or quadrupled their money in the next decade.

The COVID-19 Crash (March 2020): The stock market dropped 35% in weeks, but investors who bought during the panic doubled their money within two years. I still vividly remember that my crypto portfolio was down 80% at the time. However, it later recovered completely and, in the end, went into a nice profit.

The 2022 Bear Market: Stocks fell 25% due to inflation fears, but by 2023, they had fully recovered and hit new highs.

The lesson? Market dips are NOT disasters—they’re buying opportunities.

When markets dropped in 2020 and 2022, I sent out multiple buy signals to my MMMM course members. Those who followed them saw big rewards.

Let me give you an example from 2020.

If the market hadn’t crashed, and you had invested in a global ETF in June 2020, your return by today would be 57%.

But because we invested after the crash, we got in at lower prices. The return from my buy signal I sent on June 12, 2020, was much better: 96%.

That is a 40 percentage points bigger gain!

Put simply: If you had invested €10,000 at that time, the market drop helped you make an extra €4,000 so far.

Let that sink in 🙂

3. Stocks Will Be Higher in 10 or 20 Years—No Matter What

As long as the world keeps growing, businesses expand, and technology advances, stocks will go up over time.

And since we’re living in the best time in history—with massive tech breakthroughs happening every day—there’s no reason to think global progress will suddenly stop.

So unless the entire economy collapses or aliens invade, stocks will be higher in 10 years than they are today.

Just think about what the market has survived: World wars, The Great Depression, The Cold War, Financial crashes, The dot-com bubble and even Trump’s first term as president

And after every crash, the market has always hit new record highs.

4. Have a Plan—So You Don’t Panic When the Market Swings

People panic in market crashes because they don’t have a plan. Here’s how to stay calm:

• Stick to a long-term strategy. Invest regularly, whether the market is up or down.
• Use dollar-cost averaging. Invest a fixed amount each month or quarter. This way, you buy more shares when prices are low and fewer when prices are high.
• Ignore the media hype. The news makes money by scaring you. If you sell based on headlines, you’re making a mistake.

5. Volatility Is Your Best Friend (If You Know How to Use It)

Most people hate volatility. It makes them nervous and emotional. But the truth is:

Volatility is how investors get rich.

Think About It:

• If markets were always calm, stocks would never go on sale.
• If people never panicked, there would be no cheap stocks to buy.
• If stocks only went up slowly, no one would get amazing returns.

Trump’s unpredictable leadership means markets will swing wildly. That’s not a bad thing—it’s a huge opportunity.

Final Thoughts – Make Volatility Work for You

2023 and 2024 were fantastic years for the stock market. In 2023, the S&P 500 surged by approximately 24%, followed by another 23% gain in 2024.

If the market had continued rising for another year or two without any pullback, you would have been buying ETFs at very expensive prices, significantly reducing your future returns. The higher the price you pay, the lower your long-term profit potential.

But now, with the market falling—and possibly falling much further—you have a rare opportunity to buy at lower prices and dramatically improve your long-term returns. Instead of chasing overpriced stocks, you can accumulate high-quality ETFs at a discount, setting yourself up for much better gains over the next 10–20 years.

Remember: Every major market downturn in history has eventually been followed by new all-time highs. The key is taking advantage of lower prices when others are fearful.

And who knows? In 10 years, you might just thank Trump for making you a fortune 🙂