Preparing for Market Black Swans in U.S. Election

The video discusses the potential impact of the 2016 U.S. presidential election on financial markets, focusing on the implications of a democratic sweep and the regulatory changes that could affect financial services and pharmaceuticals. It highlights the volatility in these sectors and examines the positions of both candidates on issues like drug pricing and carried interest. The discussion also touches on infrastructure plans and Hillary Clinton's pragmatic approach to working with opposition.

What is one potential market impact of a Democratic sweep in the 2016 U.S. election?

• Increased volatility in technology stocks

• Uncertainty in the markets

• Decrease in pharmaceutical regulations

• Stability in the financial services sector

Which asset class is expected to experience volatility due to the election?

• Energy

• Real estate

• Financial services

• Technology

How does the Clinton-Trump spread affect pharmaceutical stocks?

• Pharmaceutical stocks rise when Clinton gains

• Pharmaceutical stocks fall when Clinton gains

• Pharmaceutical stocks rise when Trump gains

• Pharmaceutical stocks are unaffected by the spread

What is a shared policy focus of both Clinton and Trump?

• Tax cuts

• Healthcare reform

• Education reform

• Infrastructure development

How is Hillary Clinton's approach to working with opposition described?

• Unyielding

• Confrontational

• Indifferent

• Pragmatic