Biden Trade Agenda Speculation remains ripe over the trade policy changes that are likely under President-Elect Joe Biden. Trade is said to not be a top priority due to the ongoing economic stresses, which is somewhat contradictory given that trade is a boost for the economy. There is hope that the TransPacific Partnership (TPP) will be re-elevated, though TPP highlights the political sensitivity of trade. Rejoining the Paris climate agreement is politically easy compared to making concessions on trade. As a Lame Duck, President Trump has little leverage over Beijing. Alternatively, Mr. Trump’s eagerness to wear the black hat could make him a useful trope for the incoming Biden team. The two sides seem unlikely to work together but t...
Key Market Insights The broad market is locked in on this week’s Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing, but this is no longer just a trade summit. Increasingly, the meeting is becoming tied directly to Iran, energy security, and the growing global economic fallout from disruptions through the Strai...
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Weighing in on strategic realignment
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