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Is Confidence Eroding in U.S. Investability? (With Dario Perkins)

May 2, 2025
Dario Perkins, Managing Director of Global Macro at TS Lombard, shares his insights into the evolving landscape of U.S. economic confidence. He discusses the growing skepticism around U.S. policies and the implications of trade deficits on foreign investments. The conversation digs into how the Federal Reserve's strategies may shift amid labor market changes and touches on potential recession risks. Perkins also considers what a 'Liz Truss moment' could mean for the U.S., while remaining cautiously optimistic about future recovery and the data to watch.
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INSIGHT

Growing Skepticism of US Policymakers

  • International skepticism about US policy has grown rapidly, reaching questions about policymakers' competence.
  • This shift is driven more by recklessness than typical political disagreements, surprising investors globally.
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Trade Deficits and Capital Flows

  • US trade deficits mirror capital account surpluses, meaning foreign investment fuels US asset markets.
  • Concerns arise about whether these inflows will slow or reverse amid trade tensions and policy uncertainty.
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Trade Deficit Solutions: Dual Paths

  • US goals to reduce trade deficits require either a weaker US economy or stronger global activity.
  • Europe and China are stimulating their economies, which could help rebalance global trade despite US tariffs.
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