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ROI Podcast | Episode 25 | Key Insights from the First Half of 2024 | Ryan Issakainen | July 15, 2024

Jul 15, 2024
Ryan Issakainen hosts a conversation with financial experts Bob Stein, Brian Wesbury, Jim Murchie, and Richard Bernstein. They analyze the political landscape ahead of the upcoming elections, including the Biden-Trump rematch and its implications. The discussion shifts to energy demands driven by tech like electric vehicles, scrutinizing public policy and infrastructure needs. Lastly, they highlight emerging investment trends, covering significant shifts in ETF markets and the challenges faced by various investment strategies.
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Quick takeaways

  • The likelihood of a rematch between Biden and Trump suggests evolving dynamics in the 2024 presidential race, especially for the Democrats.
  • Increasing investments in actively managed equity ETFs signal a shift in investor strategies towards growth-oriented opportunities amidst changing market conditions.

Deep dives

Insights on the Upcoming Presidential Election

The podcast features insights regarding the potential candidates for the upcoming presidential election, particularly focusing on the likelihood of a rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Early analysis from an economist suggests that if Biden had dropped out earlier, other candidates might have emerged for the Democrats. However, as the election year progresses, it seems increasingly likely that Vice President Harris will be the nominee for her party, despite speculation about other prominent figures. On the Republican side, the prediction overwhelmingly favors Donald Trump as the nominee, with strong confidence expressed in his chances of securing the nomination barring any unforeseen events.

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