The Market Online - At The Bell

Join our daily newsletter At The Bell to receive exclusive market insights

We all know that what happens in the U.S. tends to ripple down to impact us here in Australia.

Next week’s U.S. presidential elections will be a major catalyst… in this interview, Hebe Chen, a market analyst from IG, talks about what each U.S. election outcome might mean for Australian businesses and investors.

According to IG’s A Trader’s Position report, one third of Australians have investment portfolios that are U.S. based, meaning the outcome of the election (and then markets) will have direct effect on Australian portfolios.

Trump vs Harris – Impacts on business & investment

At the outset, IG is making the following predications:

  • A Kamala Harris win would likely be welcomed by the broader market given her party’s generally pro-business and investor-friendly economic policies and the fact she is more trusted to handle the economy. However, certain sectors like fossil fuels and private prisons could face pressure under her administration.
  • Meanwhile, a Trump re-election could spark initial unease and volatility across indices given his unpredictable governing style in the past.

Disclaimer: The material provided in this article is for information only and should not be treated as investment advice. Viewers are encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a certified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. For full disclaimer information, please click here.

More From The Market Online
The Market Online Video

ASX Market Close: Banks drag index lower to end the week | November 1, 2024

Banks led the market lower and Macquarie (ASX:MQG) shed 3.6% after first half FY25 results missed…
White House

Week 44 Wrap: Relatively boring week ahead of US election; HotCopper’s most watched; Oz inflation at 3.5%

Australian CPI inflation came in at 2.8% this week on a quarterly basis, but that number…
An ASX gainers rising chart image.

Movers and Shakers: Zip Co, MinRes, Kuniko, more – The week’s top ASX gainers

The ASX 200 ends the week with a red Friday, but that doesn't mean things have…
AI image of a scan on kidneys

Dimerix links up with US NEPTUNE network to boost recruitment for FSGS study

Dimerix Ltd is set to partner with a key research network at the University of Michigan…