Bloomberg Surveillance Trump is Upending Global Politics
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Dec 23, 2024 Tina Fordham, a seasoned geopolitical strategist at Fordham Global Foresight, dives into the shifting landscape of global politics and its impact on markets. She highlights the erosion of norms in U.S. foreign policy and the need for investors to adapt to rising geopolitical tensions. The conversation also touches on the importance of diplomatic relationships among major powers and the influence of smaller nations’ interactions with Russia. Fordham emphasizes how these dynamics can reshape strategies for investors navigating today’s complex global market.
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Norm Erosion's Impact
- Tina Fordham discusses norm erosion, drawing parallels from small daily occurrences to significant political shifts.
- Norms, though not laws, are crucial for societal functions, impacting business operations.
Geopolitical Denialism
- Trump's comments on Greenland and the Panama Canal's ownership highlight geopolitical denialism and challenge international norms.
- These actions, while not immediately market-moving, signal potential disruptions.
Mitigating Geopolitical Risk
- Investors should moderate risk-taking due to potential geopolitical instability stemming from the U.S. White House.
- Gray zone actions, like commercial and legal tactics, can significantly alter the geopolitical landscape.
