2024 US elections: macro, geopolitical, and investment perspectives

Friday 25 October 2024

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2024 US elections: macro, geopolitical, and investment perspectives

October 2024 | The broad outlines of the candidates' respective platforms are coming into focus, though they still lack clarity on costs related to specific proposals. Most importantly, it will not be clear until after the elections which policies will be implemented - beyond the election rhetoric - or whether Congress will agree to enact them. Here, we evaluate the candidates' platforms and their potential effects on the US economy.

01 | As the US elections approach, markets are increasingly focusing on the candidates' platforms and potential implications for the economy and markets.

02 | Harris advocates for higher taxes on corporations and the wealthy to fund social initiatives and green policies, while Trump promotes tax cuts, deregulation and an increase in oil production.

03 | The tariff agenda is particularly relevant for geopolitical, economic and investment perspectives; a Trump administration pursuing the proposals outlined in his campaign would pose higher risks of economic disruption and could strain alliances.

US elections: macro, geopolitical, & investment perspectives

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