Global Markets Brace for Trump’s Davos Address
Table of Contents
- 1. Global Markets Brace for Trump’s Davos Address
- 2. How might President Trump’s trade policies, as articulated in his Davos address, influence the global economic outlook for 2025?
- 3. Global Markets in Flux: A Preview of Trump’s Davos Address
- 4. Interview with Dr. Amina Hadid,Chief Global Strategist,Archyde Investment Group
- 5. Market Sentiment Ahead of Trump’s Address
- 6. Key Issues to Watch in Trump’s Address
- 7. the Tech Revolution: Friend or Foe for Markets?
- 8. Looking Ahead: Thoughts for Investors
European stock markets are poised for a dip on Thursday, reversing teh positive momentum witnessed throughout the week. Investors anticipate a cooling effect as the UK’s FTSE index is expected to decline 25 points, opening at 8,516. Germany’s DAX index, wich hit a new all-time high for the second time this week on Wednesday, is predicted to shed 8 points and land at 21,251. France’s CAC 40 is also anticipated to fall 8 points, opening at 7,828, while Italy’s FTSE MIB is projected to decrease by 59 points, settling at 35,973. This data comes from IG.
Wednesday’s surge in the DAX was largely attributed to Adidas, the sportswear giant, which witnessed a 6% surge in share prices following the announcement of a 19% sales growth in its fourth-quarter results.
All eyes will be on president Donald Trump as he delivers his keynote address at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, on Thursday. The newly inaugurated president will address the WEF via video link at 5 p.m. Davos time.
The global community, including investors and policymakers, will be closely scrutinizing Trump’s speech for further details on his widely publicized pledge to implement global tariffs on imported goods to the United States. The address will also be closely watched for his stance on critical geopolitical and economic issues such as the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war, the future of Israeli-Palestinian relations, and the escalating economic rivalry with China.
Other notable speakers scheduled for Thursday include Javier Milei, the president of Argentina, who will address the forum at 10:15 a.m. local time. CNBC has also secured interviews with a range of prominent figures, including CEOs of leading companies such as Vestas, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Rio Tinto, Carlsberg, and SAP.Further enriching the discussions will be interviews with Mathias Cormann, the secretary-general of the OECD, senior European Commission official Stéphane Séjourné, German Finance Minister Jörg Kukies, and Khalid Al Falih, Saudi Arabia’s investment minister.
CNBC-moderated panels will also delve into crucial topics, with a dedicated session on the technology revolution featuring prominent voices like Antonio Neri, CEO of HP, alongside the CEOs of Octopus Energy and iGenius.
How might President Trump’s trade policies, as articulated in his Davos address, influence the global economic outlook for 2025?
Global Markets in Flux: A Preview of Trump’s Davos Address
Interview with Dr. Amina Hadid,Chief Global Strategist,Archyde Investment Group
Archyde caught up with Dr. Amina Hadid, a renowned economist and global strategist, to discuss the markets’ anticipation of President Trump’s address at the World Economic Forum in Davos and the outlook for 2025.
Market Sentiment Ahead of Trump’s Address
Archyde: European markets are poised for a dip on Thursday, with investors anticipating a cooling effect following President trump’s address at the World Economic Forum. Why are markets reacting this way?
Dr. Hadid: Markets are always forward-looking and price in expectations. Right now, investors are worried about the potential impact of Trump’s trade policies on global growth. With the specter of global tariffs looming,it’s no surprise that markets are cautious ahead of his speech.
Key Issues to Watch in Trump’s Address
Archyde: Trump’s address will cover a range of geopolitical and economic issues. which ones should investors focus on?
Dr. Hadid: First, any clarity on Trump’s trade policy would be welcomed. Investors want to know if the governance is planning any strategic shifts in its approach to trade. Additionally, his stances on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Israeli-Palestinian relations, and the U.S.-China rivalry will have significant global implications.
the Tech Revolution: Friend or Foe for Markets?
Archyde: Beyond Trump’s address, there’s much buzz around the technology revolution. How will this impact markets in 2025?
Dr. Hadid: The tech revolution is a double-edged sword for markets. On one hand, it drives productivity and growth. On the other,it’s displacing jobs and exacerbating inequality. We’ll be watching how policymakers address these challenges in the coming year.
Looking Ahead: Thoughts for Investors
Archyde: Given the market’s volatility and the geopolitical uncertainty, what advice would you give investors for 2025?
Dr. Hadid: Diversification is key. invest in a mix of assets, sectors, and geographies to spread risk. And remember, patience and long-term thinking are crucial in volatile times like these.
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