Goldman Sachs cuts UK growth forecast following Trump’s election victory November 6, 2024 The investment bank warned that Trump's proposed tariffs would have a noticeable impact on economic growth in European economies next year.
Trump’s back and the world must learn to deal with him November 6, 2024 Having won a decisive victory, Donald Trump is very unlikely to change tack when it comes to complex geopolitical issues. World leaders should show some humility and instead of criticising his views, try to find their own opportunities within them, says Michael Martins One of my strongest memories from my nearly six years working at [...]
Trump and Tesla shares soar as Republicans secure victory November 6, 2024 Shares in Trump Media & Technology Group and Tesla soared in early trading on Wednesday as investors rallied behind stocks associated with newly elected US President Donald Trump and one of his key backers, Elon Musk. Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), owner of the Truth Social platform, spiked as much as 35 per cent [...]
US election: Badenoch calls on Starmer to reopen US-UK trade talks November 6, 2024 Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has urged Keir Starmer to reopen trade talks with the US, after Donald Trump swept to victory over Democrat rival Kamala Harris.
Despite Trump’s tariffs, free trade is still the future November 6, 2024 Trump will claim that tariffs can stop China ripping off Americans and bring jobs back home, but in reality they will only make his country poorer, says Harrison Griffiths Well, he’s done it again. Donald Trump is set to return to the White House after pulling off a now-characteristic upset in last night’s presidential election. [...]
UK economy at risk of higher inflation and slower growth due to Trump tariffs November 6, 2024 During the election campaign, Trump threatened to increase tariffs on foreign imports by between 10-20 per cent while also placing 60 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods.
What Trump’s victory means for UK markets November 6, 2024 Donald Trump and the Republicans have had a stunning victory in the US elections. Now is the time to dissect what it means for the UK. The win for Trump brings the issue of tariffs front and centre. One of Trump’s main campaign pledges was to impose tariffs on imports. China is likely to face [...]
FTSE 100 falls back as traders digest Trump presidency November 6, 2024 The FTSE 100 pared its gains and sterling tumbled on Wednesday as traders digested how Donald Trump's presidency will impact the global economy and the UK.
Keir Starmer congratulates Trump on ‘historic election victory’ November 6, 2024 Prime Minister Keir Starmer has congratulated Donald Trump on an “historic election victory” as the former president prepares for a return to the White House. In a post on X, Starmer said that “I look forward to working with you in the years ahead”. “As the closest of allies, we stand shoulder to shoulder in [...]