Macro Mondays

Have We Reached the Bottom in Equities?

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Mar 11, 2025
The discussion dives into the current volatility in equity markets, driven by trade policy uncertainty. They analyze the economic impact of Trump's presidency on bond yields and the dollar. Insights on European investments reveal caution due to political instability. There's a compelling look at the challenges in the European defense sector, particularly around energy reliance. Finally, the hosts explore the dynamics of the dollar and Bitcoin, suggesting it might be a prime time for investors to consider accumulating digital assets.
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INSIGHT

Trump's Strategy

  • The Trump administration is trying to lower the dollar and bond yields.
  • This makes US assets less attractive to investors in the short term.
INSIGHT

Economic Pivot

  • Trump's strategy aims for a soft US economy in 9-12 months.
  • This differs from his initial message of immediate economic prosperity.
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Market Outlook

  • A sustained market rally is unlikely until after April's tax season.
  • April is typically challenging due to tax payments on previous year's returns.
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