Stock futures rise as Trump's second term begins: Live updates
Published On Jan 20, 2025, 6:02 PM
Stock futures rose following President Donald Trump's inauguration for his second term, where he emphasized a vision of a "golden age" for the U.S. The increase in futures for the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones indicates optimism among investors, particularly as Trump's initial executive orders praised pro-business steps without new tariffs, which could have raised inflation concerns. Analysts note that Trump's policies will significantly influence asset prices going forward, while the market recently experienced its best weekly performance since the last election. Investors remain focused on potential impacts to sectors like banking, small caps, oil, and bitcoin due to the uncertainty surrounding Trump's policy direction.
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Given the optimism around Trump's executive actions and favorable market reactions, sectors like energy, which stand to benefit from increased fossil fuel production, and banking stocks, due to potential regulatory rollbacks, appear promising. The momentum from a bullish market may continue as long as investors perceive a stable policy environment without tariffs. However, volatility can be expected as more details about Trump's policies unfold, leading to potential corrections.
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