Businesses Are Still Going to Take a Positive View to U.K., Says Export Now’s CEO

The video discusses the uncertainty caused by Brexit and its impact on business predictability and costs. It highlights the challenges businesses face in making investment decisions amidst global economic slowdown and trade uncertainties, particularly between the US and China. The discussion also covers potential outcomes of the US-China trade negotiations, including market opening and tariff reductions. The video concludes by comparing the complexities of Brexit and China trade negotiations, emphasizing the need for strategic planning in unpredictable markets.

What are the two main challenges businesses face due to Brexit?

• Stricter regulations and limited resources

• Higher taxes and reduced workforce

• Extra costs and lack of predictability

• Increased competition and lower demand

How are businesses likely to respond to the uncertainty in the UK market?

• Expand aggressively in the UK

• Hold off on discretionary activities and investments

• Completely withdraw from the UK market

• Increase investment in long-term projects

What is a key factor contributing to the global economic slowdown?

• Technological advancements

• Rising oil prices

• Political stability in Europe

• Uncertainty in global trade

What is one expected outcome of the US-China trade negotiations?

• Increased restrictions on US exports

• Greater market opening and tariff reductions

• Complete removal of tariffs

• No changes in trade policies

What similarity is noted between Brexit and the US-China trade negotiations?

• Both add complexity and decrease predictability

• Both involve changes in leadership

• Both result in immediate economic growth

• Both focus on environmental policies