Making Sense

2025 Corporate Compass: Insights for a transformative year

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Jan 7, 2025
The hosts delve into J.P. Morgan's 2025 Corporate Compass, highlighting economic trends like inflation and growth post-elections. They discuss the transformative potential of AI and the impact of deregulation on M&A activity. Geopolitical tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities are examined, particularly concerning China and Taiwan. Additionally, they explore shifting investment behaviors and urge corporate leaders to adapt to seize opportunities in 2025's evolving landscape.
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INSIGHT

Incumbent Losses in 2024 Elections

  • 80% of incumbents lost seats or votes in the 2024 federal elections worldwide.
  • This suggests a global trend of voter dissatisfaction with existing leadership.
INSIGHT

Economic Outlook Post-Election

  • Post-US election, economists predict increased 2025 growth but higher inflation and interest rates.
  • This "U.S. exceptionalism" theme is reflected in a strengthening dollar and stock market optimism.
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Trifecta and Market Performance

  • US equity markets often perform well in the first year after a trifecta (single party controlling both branches).
  • This, coupled with a potentially pro-stock market administration, makes the 2025 US market outlook optimistic.
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