{"id":12805994,"date":"2025-04-08T11:59:13","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T15:59:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/?p=12805994"},"modified":"2025-04-09T14:22:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T18:22:45","slug":"top-10-stocks-to-buy-amid-trumps-tariff-environment-members-only","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/2025\/04\/08\/top-10-stocks-to-buy-amid-trumps-tariff-environment-members-only\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Stocks to Buy Amid Trump&#8217;s Tariff Environment &#8211; Members Only!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>The U.S. stock market is experiencing extreme volatility following President Donald Trump\u2019s aggressive tariff policies, which include a baseline 10% tariff on all imports and significantly higher rates on countries with trade imbalances, such as China <\/strong>(up to 50%)<strong>. While these tariffs have triggered inflation concerns and disrupted global trade, certain companies are positioned to thrive in this environment due to their domestic focus, essential services, or ability to benefit from reshoring efforts. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Below is a comprehensive report on the top 10 stocks to consider in this turbulent market.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>1. T-Mobile (TMUS)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/TMUSw111962907i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Telecommunications<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">T-Mobile stands out as one of the largest wireless providers in the United States with continuously expanding market share. The company primarily focuses on wireless phone services and home internet access, making it significantly less susceptible to the direct effects of tariffs<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0Telecommunications services represent essential expenses that consumers are unlikely to eliminate, even during economic downturns. With minimal international exposure and strong domestic revenue streams, T-Mobile offers stability in the volatile tariff environment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">T-Mobile&#8217;s focus on domestic wireless services and home internet positions it as a resilient player in the tariff-driven economy. Telecommunications are essential expenses for consumers, making the company less vulnerable to economic downturns or trade disruptions. Additionally, its strong free cash flow and leadership in 5G network expansion provide stability and growth potential.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Heavy infrastructure spending could strain margins, especially if economic conditions worsen.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea <\/strong>(I&#8217;m not going to put these in our Member Portfolios but I will track this post over time)<strong>:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 5 TMUS 2027 $200 puts for $16 ($8,000)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Buy 7 TMUS 2027 $200 calls for $77 ($53,900)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 5 TMUS 2027 $250 calls for $48 ($24,000)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 3 TMUS Sept $260 calls for $20.50 ($6,150)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">That&#8217;s net $15,750 on the $35,000 spread that&#8217;s 100% in the money to start and, if all goes well, we&#8217;ll have 6 more sales that will generate another $18,000 as time goes by.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>2. General Mills (GIS)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/GISw112108345i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Consumer Staples<\/p>\n<p>With tariffs affecting many grocery items, companies with strong brand recognition in food staples are positioned to outperform. General Mills boasts several well-established brands including Cheerios and Pillsbury that have historically shown resilience against inflationary pressures<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0Consumers have demonstrated reluctance to switch from these trusted brands to private label alternatives, allowing General Mills to maintain robust gross margins of approximately 35% over the past year, compared to competitors with margins around 29%<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0The company&#8217;s scale provides cost advantages, enabling greater efficiency in distribution and marketing during supply chain disruptions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">General Mills benefits from its portfolio of trusted food brands which consumers tend to favor during economic uncertainty. The company\u2019s strong gross margins (35%) and cost efficiencies provide resilience against inflationary pressures caused by tariffs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Rising commodity prices and potential contraction in consumer spending could impact profitability.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 10 GIS 2027 $60 puts for $9 ($9,000)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Buy 15 GIS 2027 $50 calls at $12 ($18,000)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 10 GIS 2027 $65 calls for $5 ($5,000)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 7 July $57.50 calls for $3.80 ($2,660)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 5 July $57.50 puts for $3.50 ($1,750)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">That&#8217;s a net $410 CREDIT on the $22,500 spread so there&#8217;s $22,910 (5,587%) upside potential PLUS a good $18,000 (4,390%) upside potential on the short puts and calls &#8211; Aren&#8217;t options fun?!?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>*** OK, this one should go in the Income Portfolio! <\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>3. CVS Health (CVS)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/CVSw112309037i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Healthcare<\/p>\n<p>CVS Health has emerged as the best-performing stock in the S&amp;P 500 for 2025 so far, with an impressive 50.9% gain as of March 31<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0Healthcare companies are generally insulated from tariff impacts due to their domestic focus and essential nature. The healthcare sector received an additional boost on April 8 when the Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services announced a 5.06% increase in Medicare payments for next year\u2014significantly higher than expected<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0This favorable regulatory environment, combined with CVS&#8217;s integrated healthcare model spanning retail pharmacies, health insurance, and pharmacy benefits management, positions it well for continued outperformance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">CVS Health offers essential services through its integrated model of retail pharmacies, health insurance, and pharmacy benefits management. The company is further bolstered by the recent Medicare payment increase of 5.06%, which is expected to drive revenue growth. Healthcare services remain insulated from trade disputes, making CVS a defensive play in uncertain times.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Regulatory changes and rising healthcare costs could pose challenges.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 10 CVS 2027 $70 puts for $11.50 ($11,500)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Buy 20 CVS 2027 $65 calls for $13 ($26,000)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 15 CVS 2027 $85 calls for $7 ($10,500)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 7 CVS July $70 calls for $4.70 ($3,290)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 5 CVS July $70 puts for $5.40 ($2,700)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">That&#8217;s a net $1,990 CREDIT on the $40,000 spread and, once again, <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>it&#8217;s too good not to add to our Butterfly Portfolio.<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0 $41,990 upside potential and 6 more $5,000+ sales for another $30,000 &#8211; sounds like fun to me!\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>4. Elevance Health (ELV)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/ELVw112442445i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Healthcare<\/p>\n<p>Health insurance firms have shown solid stock increases amid market turmoil, with Elevance Health climbing at least 5% during the tariff announcement period<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0The company benefits from the same Medicare payment increase as CVS while providing essential services that remain in demand regardless of economic conditions. With minimal exposure to international trade and a business model less affected by supply chain disruptions, Elevance represents a defensive position in the current environment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Elevance Health benefits from the same Medicare payment increases as CVS while providing essential health insurance services that remain in demand regardless of economic conditions. Its domestic focus shields it from tariff-related disruptions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Regulatory adjustments and healthcare inflation could impact margins.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Buy 10 ELV 2027 $400 calls for $100 ($100,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 ELV 2027 $500 calls for $55 ($55,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 5 ELV 2027 $350 puts for $30 ($15,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Nothing too fancy here as it&#8217;s an expensive stock. We might get more aggressive later but let&#8217;s make sure this is the bottom first.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>5. Union Pacific (UNP)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/UNPw112505808i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Transportation\/Industrials<\/p>\n<p>As reshoring efforts intensify due to tariff pressures, companies facilitating domestic transportation stand to benefit. Union Pacific, a major player in the rail industry connecting over 23 states, is well-positioned to capitalize on shifting supply chains<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0The stock has an average analyst rating of overweight, with a potential upside of 24% based on average price targets<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0Bank of America initiated coverage in March with a buy recommendation, highlighting Union Pacific&#8217;s strong operating margin and return on invested capital<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Union Pacific is positioned to benefit from reshoring efforts as companies move production back to the U.S., increasing demand for domestic freight transportation. The rail operator\u2019s fuel efficiency initiatives and long-term contracts with inflation-adjusted pricing clauses provide additional stability.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Economic slowdowns could reduce freight demand, while rising fuel costs may pressure margins.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 10 UNP 2027 $170 puts for $15 ($15,000)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Buy 15 UNP 2027 $200 calls for $42 ($63,000)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 13 UNP 2027 $270 calls for $13 ($16,900)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 3 UNP Aug $240 calls for $5.60 ($1,680)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 3 UNP Aug $220 puts for $17.50 ($5,250)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">That&#8217;s net $24,170 on the $105,000 spread so we have $80,830 (334%) upside potential plus another $6,000+ at least 5 times for another $30,000 (124%) upside potential so that should be fun!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>6. Acuity Brands (AYI)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/AYIw112706551i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Industrials\/Technology<\/p>\n<p>This Atlanta-based industrial technology firm specializing in lighting and building controls has been identified by Morgan Stanley analyst Chris Snyder as a primary beneficiary of Mexico&#8217;s exemption from tariffs<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0With competition from Asia facing significant additional tariffs, Acuity enjoys a competitive advantage through its Mexican production facilities. Morgan Stanley maintains an overweight rating on Acuity&#8217;s stock, with a price target of $370, suggesting a 44% increase from early April prices<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Acuity Brands specializes in lighting and building controls and benefits from Mexico&#8217;s exemption from tariffs, giving it a competitive edge over Asian competitors. Its focus on smart building retrofits aligns with growing energy efficiency mandates, providing a steady revenue stream despite construction slowdowns.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0A downturn in commercial construction could limit growth opportunities.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea &#8211; Options only go out to Nov:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 5 AYI Nov $240 puts at $30 ($15,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Buy 10 AYI Nov $200 calls at $50 ($50,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 AYI Nov $260 calls at $20 ($20,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 3 AYI July $250 calls at $14 ($4,200)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 3 AYI July $230 puts at $19 ($5,700)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>That&#8217;s net $5,100 on the $60,000 spread so we have $54,900 (1,076%) upside potential at $260 and we&#8217;ll see how the short puts and calls do while we wait.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>7. Steel Dynamics (STLD)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/STLDw112816016i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Materials\/Industrials<\/p>\n<p>Steel Dynamics is anticipated to benefit significantly from the steel and aluminum tariffs introduced by Trump in March 2025<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0The stock received an upgrade from UBS to buy from neutral last month, with analyst Andrew Jones noting that the tariff protections surpassed expectations, leading to a substantial increase in hot-rolled coil steel prices<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0Despite broader market concerns about demand decline, Jones believes this may be mitigated by reshoring efforts and import protections. The stock carries an average analyst rating of overweight with approximately 37% upside based on consensus price targets<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Steel Dynamics is one of the biggest beneficiaries of Trump\u2019s steel tariffs, which have significantly increased domestic steel prices. The company\u2019s efficient operations and tariff protections make it an attractive investment during this reshoring-driven industrial boom.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Potential oversupply or declining demand for steel could impact profitability.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea &#8211; This one is a fit for our LTP:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 20 STLD 2027 $120 puts for $24 ($48,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Buy 30 STLD 2027 $100 calls for $32 ($96,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 25 STLD 2027 $150 calls for $12.50 ($31,250)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 STLD Aug $120 calls for $10.50 ($10,500)<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 STLD Aug $110 puts for $10 ($10,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>That&#8217;s a net $3,750 credit so we have $153,750 of upside potential (4,100%) if they get back over $150 and, while we wait, we should get 3 more shorts selling $20,000 worth of puts and calls for another $60,000 (1,600%) &#8211; FUN!!!\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>8. Newmont Corporation (NEM)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/NEMw112916133i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Materials\/Mining<\/p>\n<p>As one of the best-performing stocks in 2025 with a 29.7% gain through March, Newmont Corp benefits from both the gold price surge and shelter from tariff impacts. Gold prices have soared above $3,000 an ounce as investors seek safe-haven assets amid economic uncertainty<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0Financial analysts are likening the current geopolitical and economic uncertainty to that of the late 1970s and 1980s when gold prices also spiked significantly<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0As a primarily domestic producer selling a globally priced commodity, Newmont offers both inflation protection and tariff insulation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Newmont Corporation benefits from surging gold prices as investors seek safe-haven assets amid economic uncertainty and inflation concerns caused by tariffs. As a domestic producer selling globally priced commodities, Newmont offers both inflation protection and tariff insulation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Gold price volatility and operational risks could affect performance.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea &#8211; This one fits in the Butterfly Portfolio:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 20 NEM 2027 $45 puts for $7 ($14,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Buy 35 NEM 2027 $35 calls for $15 ($52,500)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 30 NEM 2027 $50 calls for $8 ($24,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 NEM Aug $47.50 calls for $4 ($4,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 NEM Aug $45 puts for $3.65 ($3,650)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>That&#8217;s net $6,850 on the $52,500 spread so we have $45,650 (666%) of upside potential at $50 &#8211; which is NOT a far trip and let&#8217;s say 4 more chances to collect $7,000 is $28,000 (408%) in premium returns &#8211; another fun one!\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>9. Dollar General (DG)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/DGw113138011i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Consumer Discretionary\/Retail<\/p>\n<p>Discount retailers have shown remarkable resilience during market turbulence, with Dollar General shares increasing by nearly 5% following tariff announcements<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0As inflation pressures mount from tariff pass-through costs, consumers typically trade down to more affordable options, benefiting discount retailers. Dollar General&#8217;s focus on essential items at low price points positions it favorably if economic conditions deteriorate, making it a defensive play with growth potential in the current environment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">Dollar General thrives during economic downturns as consumers trade down to affordable options for essential goods. Its focus on low-cost items makes it well-positioned to capture market share if inflation persists due to tariff pass-through costs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Increased competition among discount retailers and broader consumer spending contraction may pose risks.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea &#8211; Too cheap to ignore! Add to LTP:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 20 DG 2027 $100 puts for $22 ($44,000)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Buy 50 DG 2027 $80 calls at $24.50 ($122,500)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 45 DG 2027 $120 calls for $11 ($49,500)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 10 DG Aug $100 calls at $5.30 ($5,300)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Sell 10 DG Aug $90 puts at $8.10 ($8,100)\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Here we&#8217;re at net $15,600 on the $200,000 spread that&#8217;s $50,000 in the money to start. Upside potential is $184,400 and we have 5 more chances to collect $13,000 so $65,000 is another potential 416% while we wait.\u00a0 See &#8211; it has\u00a0 to go in the LTP!\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>10. CarMax (KMX)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/publish.finviz.com\/040825\/KMXw113264609i.png\" alt=\"Finviz Chart\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Consumer Discretionary\/Automotive Retail<\/p>\n<p>The used car market stands to benefit from Trump&#8217;s tariffs, particularly as new vehicle prices increase due to import duties. CarMax, as the largest used-car retailer in the United States, is positioned to capitalize if consumers shift away from new imported vehicles toward the used car market<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span>\u00a0Currently trading at under 20 times projected earnings, CarMax could leverage fixed costs to enhance profit margins if tariffs remain in place and boost unit sales<span class=\"whitespace-nowrap\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Why It\u2019s a Buy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\">CarMax stands to benefit from higher new-car prices driven by auto tariffs, as consumers shift toward used vehicles instead of expensive imports. The company\u2019s scale allows it to leverage fixed costs effectively, enhancing profit margins in this environment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Risks:<\/strong>\u00a0Rising interest rates could dampen consumer demand for auto financing.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Our Trade Idea &#8211; Also for the LTP!:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 KMX 2027 $75 puts for $13 ($13,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Buy 25 KMX 2027 $70 calls for $20 ($50,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 20 KMX 2027 $90 calls for $11.50 ($23,000)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 KMX Sept $80 calls for 7.50 ($7,500)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Sell 10 KMX Sept $75 puts for $8.20 ($8,200)\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>This one is a net $1,700 credit and we should have 5 more opportunities to sell $15,000 ($75,000!) and there&#8217;s $51,700 (3,041%) upside potential in the spread and you can see how we couldn&#8217;t resist adding it to the LTP.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg font-[500] first:mt-3\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>This list represents a diversified portfolio that balances essential services, reshoring beneficiaries, and defensive plays amid tariff-induced market volatility:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Defensive Picks:<\/strong>\u00a0CVS Health, Elevance Health, Dollar General<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Reshoring Beneficiaries:<\/strong>\u00a0Union Pacific, Acuity Brands, Steel Dynamics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Inflation Hedges\/Safe Havens:<\/strong>\u00a0Newmont Corporation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Consumer Essentials:<\/strong>\u00a0General Mills<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>Growth Opportunities in Domestic Markets:<\/strong>\u00a0T-Mobile, CarMax<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-0\"><strong>While these stocks are positioned to outperform under current conditions, investors should remain vigilant about policy changes and macroeconomic developments that could shift the landscape further. Employing proper risk management techniques\u2014such as diversification and monitoring key metrics\u2014is crucial for navigating this uncertain environment successfully.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The U.S. stock market is experiencing extreme volatility following President Donald Trump\u2019s aggressive tariff policies, which include a baseline 10% tariff on all imports and significantly higher rates on countries with trade imbalances, such as China (up to 50%). While these tariffs have triggered inflation concerns and disrupted global trade, certain companies are positioned to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":12799414,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26305,11],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-12805994","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-top-trades","8":"category-portfolio-review"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12805994","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12805994"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12805994\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12806490,"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12805994\/revisions\/12806490"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12799414"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12805994"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12805994"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.philstockworld.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12805994"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}