#TariffHODL Tariff hodl is an informal term borrowed from the “hodl” concept in crypto that implies holding existing tariff rates steady rather than changing them amid political and economic uncertainty. In the Trump administration, the idea behind a tariff hodl was to avoid escalating tensions further while awaiting progress in trade negotiations. By not raising tariffs further, the administration sought to provide some stability for businesses, giving affected industries time to adjust to existing tariffs. Critics argue, however, that this approach simply prolongs uncertainty and fails to address the underlying issues of unfair trade practices, ultimately leaving consumers to shoulder higher costs indefinitely.