Trump bought shares in over 20 companies, then promoted them to millions on Truth Social: Report

Trump’s 20+ Stock Purchases Linked to Truth Social Promotions: Report

Trump bought shares in over 20 companies – U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent financial disclosures have drawn attention to his strategy of acquiring shares in over 20 companies and subsequently promoting them on his Truth Social platform. A new report reveals that Trump consistently highlighted these firms shortly after investing in them, raising concerns about possible conflicts of interest. The analysis, conducted by CNN, found that he shared news about government actions benefiting these companies, further amplifying their visibility to his massive audience.

Stock Transactions and Social Media Strategy

According to the findings, Trump’s stock transactions were publicly listed in his annual financial report. The report cross-referenced these trades with posts on Truth Social, identifying instances where he endorsed firms tied to recent investments. This process involved both AI tools and human verification to ensure accuracy. The investigation suggests a pattern of leveraging his presidential platform to promote businesses he had recently acquired, potentially influencing public perception.

Key Promotions and Timing

On April 15, 2025, Trump tweeted: “NVIDIA COMMITS 500 BILLION DOLLARS TO BUILD A.I. SUPERCOMPUTERS, PLUS, IN THE UNITED STATES, EXCLUSIVELY. This is very big and exciting news. All necessary permits will be expedited and quickly delivered to NVIDIA, as they will to all companies committing to be part of the Golden Age of America!”

The report notes that Trump had invested between $200,000 and $500,000 in NVIDIA shares just days prior, indicating a deliberate timing of his promotion. This aligns with his broader strategy of using Truth Social to highlight companies he had bought shares in over 20, often before their market performance was fully realized.

During the same period, Trump sold Micron Technology shares valued at $90,000 to $3.7 million while purchasing NVIDIA stock. Yet, he later praised Micron as a “GREAT American Company” and a “HOTTEST” stock, despite market pressures on its shares. His post claimed: “BIG NEWS! Micron, a truly GREAT American Company, has announced a HISTORIC $250 MILLION Investment in TRUMP ACCOUNTS.”

The report highlights how Trump’s promotion of companies he had bought shares in over 20 could sway public opinion, even as he sold stakes in others. This duality has sparked debates about transparency in his financial activities.

On July 23, 2025, Trump executed a significant Tesla stock purchase, investing between $500,000 and $1 million. The following day, he posted: “Everyone is stating that I will destroy Elon’s companies by taking away some, if not all, of the large scale subsidies he receives from the U.S. Government. This is not so! I want Elon, and all businesses within our Country, to THRIVE, in fact, THRIVE like never before! The better they do, the better the USA does, and that’s good for all of us.”

This follows Trump’s recent stock purchases in over 20 companies, where he used his platform to amplify their prospects. The post was part of an effort to ease tensions with Elon Musk, but critics argue it underscored his influence over market narratives.

On July 31, 2025, Trump acquired American Eagle Outfitters shares worth $15,000 to $50,000. Four days later, he praised the retailer’s advertisement featuring Sydney Sweeney, stating: “Sydney Sweeney, a registered Republican, has the ‘HOTTEST’ ad out there. It’s for American Eagle, and the jeans are ‘flying off the shelves.’ Go get ‘em Sydney!”

This case exemplifies how Trump’s promotions on Truth Social often followed his purchases in over 20 companies, linking his financial decisions to public acclaim. The post emphasized both the actress’s political alignment and the brand’s sales performance, suggesting a calculated approach to marketing.

White House Response and Conflicts of Interest

The White House has dismissed allegations that Trump exploited his presidential role for personal financial gain. A spokesperson stated: “Trump’s assets are held in fully discretionary accounts managed by independent third-party financial institutions. President Trump only acts in the best interests of the American public – which is why they overwhelmingly re-elected him to this office, despite years of lies and false accusations against him and his businesses from the fake news media.” However, the report argues that Trump’s lack of a blind trust leaves room for potential conflicts of interest, as he promotes companies he bought shares in over 20 on his social media platform.