Political Winds From Election Are Biggest Risks To Markets, Says Sander Morris Harris CEO

Political Winds From Election Are Biggest Risks To Markets, Says Sander Morris Harris CEO

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The video discusses the resilience of the bull market and the factors that could lead to a pullback, focusing on the political climate in the US. It highlights how political events, such as Bernie Sanders' candidacy, influence market trends. The discussion also covers differing opinions on whether Sanders' policies would benefit the market, with some arguing that his socialist policies could lead to high deficits and economic growth, while others believe socialism is detrimental to corporate earnings and market stability.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is considered the primary non-algorithmic determinant of prices in the US market?

Corporate earnings

Global trade policies

Political climate

Interest rates

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might Bernie Sanders' victory in New Hampshire affect investor sentiment?

Boost the probability of Trump's re-election

Lead to a market crash

Decrease market volatility

Increase confidence in a Democratic win

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential Democratic nominee besides Sanders?

Joe Biden

Pete Buttigieg

Michael Bloomberg

Elizabeth Warren

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason some believe Bernie Sanders' election could be good for the markets?

His policies would reduce taxes

He would cut government spending

His expansionary policies could boost economic growth

He would deregulate industries

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the counter-argument to the belief that Sanders' election would benefit the markets?

His election would stabilize the political climate

He would increase interest rates

His policies would lead to lower deficits

Socialism is not favorable for corporate earnings