The US elections in 2024 are scheduled for November, and the financial markets are already gearing up for the changing realities. With inflation momentum drifting downwards, the markets are awaiting the first rate cut in September from the US Fed. The next big trigger for the markets is election outcome which will help investors decide which sectors to focus on.
Investors are focusing on three sectors expected to benefit from Trump’s administration’s policies, according to Nigel Green, CEO and Founder of deVere Group. The analysis comes as the shooting at Trump’s election rally raises his odds of winning the White House in November.
Green says, “Trump’s likely potential return to the White House brings with it expectations of a hawkish trade policy, less regulation, looser climate change regulations, and the extension of corporate and personal tax cuts.
“Should he win, there will be clear winners and losers for investors,” adds Green as he cites three sectors poised to thrive under a new Trump administration.
Energy
Trump’s administration has historically prioritized energy independence and economic growth over environmental regulations. His past actions, such as rolling back Obama-era climate policies and exiting the Paris Agreement, reflect a preference for less stringent environmental oversight. Should Trump win the presidency again, a similar approach is expected, which would benefit the energy sector, particularly fossil fuels,” notes Nigel Green.
Looser regulations would likely lower operational costs for energy companies, particularly those in the coal, oil, and natural gas industries. Also, a Trump White House could push for increased domestic energy production, boosting the profitability of companies involved in extraction, production, and distribution.
In addition, Trump’s focus on rebuilding America’s infrastructure could lead to increased demand for energy, benefiting energy providers and related industries.”
Financial
Trump’s administration has historically favored deregulation, aiming to reduce the regulatory burden on financial institutions.
With less stringent regulations, banks and financial institutions can expect reduced compliance costs and increased profit margins.
Deregulation could also facilitate increased lending activities, boosting the revenues of financial services companies.
The anticipation of a Republican victory has already started to boost market confidence in the financial sector, with investors expecting a more business-friendly environment.
Manufacturing
Trump’s flagship ‘America First’ policy has emphasized the importance of domestic manufacturing and reducing dependence on foreign imports.
A return to this policy is likely to include tariffs on foreign goods and incentives for American companies to bring manufacturing back to the US.
Hawkish trade policies could protect domestic manufacturers from foreign competition, “allowing them to increase their market share and profitability”, combined with “incentives for companies to repatriate manufacturing jobs could boost employment and production within the US”, positively impacting the manufacturing sector.
Extension of corporate tax cuts would directly benefit manufacturers by reducing their tax liabilities and increasing available capital for investment and expansion.
Investors are already positioning themselves to capitalize on the expected policy shifts as markets begin to price in a Trump victory.
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