British Pound Wins With Trump Victory

British Pound Wins With Trump Victory

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses the impact of Donald Trump's election victory on global currencies, particularly focusing on Sterling, the US dollar, and the Mexican peso. It highlights the political risks in Europe and the US, and the reaction of safe haven currencies like the yen and Swiss franc. The discussion includes potential policy changes under Trump and their implications for international trade and markets.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial market reaction to Trump's victory in terms of currency trades?

An increase in Brexit-related trades

A decline in the US dollar

A reversal of consensus trades

A surge in the value of the pound

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Mexican peso react to the US election results?

It appreciated against the US dollar

It remained stable

It rose to a record high against the US dollar

It fell to a record low against the US dollar

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of Trump's stance on NAFTA for the Mexican economy?

Increased trade with Canada

Harm to the Mexican economy

Strengthening of the Mexican peso

Improved relations with the US

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which currency is considered the ultimate safe haven according to the transcript?

Japanese yen

British pound

US dollar

Swiss franc

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the continued demand for the Swiss franc indicate about market sentiment?

Confidence in global markets

Stability in the European economy

Uncertainty and caution

A shift towards riskier assets