Markets Look to Good Over Bad in Trump Expectations

The transcript discusses investor concerns about Trump's policies, market optimism, and economic momentum. It highlights the repricing of markets, interest rate changes, and the Fed's influence. The discussion also covers potential divergences in central banks and regulatory approaches, with a focus on the US and Europe. The economic outlook for 2017 and beyond is explored, considering legislative changes and market expectations.

What is one of the main concerns about Trump's policies as discussed in the first section?

• Increased taxes

• Decreased consumer confidence

• Inward-focused trade constraints

• Higher unemployment rates

What was a significant factor in the US economy before the election, according to the second section?

• Falling unemployment rates

• Decreasing consumer spending

• Increasing trade deficits

• Rising inflation

How did the financial markets respond to the changes in interest rates before the election?

• Interest rates decreased significantly

• Interest rates increased significantly

• Interest rates remained stable

• Interest rates were unaffected

What was a key outcome of the Federal Reserve meeting discussed in the third section?

• An inverted yield curve

• A steeper yield curve

• A flatter yield curve

• No change in the yield curve

What is expected to be a major factor for investors in 2017 according to the third section?

• Divergences in central bank policies

• Consistent economic growth in Europe

• Stable interest rates

• Decreasing inflation