Will Markets Continue to Ignore Trump Impeachment?

Will Markets Continue to Ignore Trump Impeachment?

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The video discusses the potential impact of the impeachment process on financial markets, emphasizing that the Senate is unlikely to convict, making impeachment a minimal risk to portfolios. The discussion highlights that markets and Americans are largely ignoring the political drama, viewing it as a stunt with low probability of affecting the presidency. The focus remains on the upcoming 2020 election and its potential economic implications, with current betting odds favoring the incumbent president's full term.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the speaker believes impeachment might not affect financial portfolios?

The markets are already in decline.

The House is unlikely to impeach.

The Senate is likely to cancel out the impeachment.

The President will resign before impeachment.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker think the financial markets are ignoring US politics?

The public is highly engaged in politics.

The markets are in a stable condition.

The impeachment process is seen as a political stunt.

The markets are focused on international events.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on the likelihood of the Senate convicting the President?

It is moderately likely.

It is certain.

It is highly likely.

It is extremely unlikely.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is the probability of the President serving his full term?

Less than 50%

Around 70%

Over 90%

Exactly 80%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker suggest about the public's reaction to the impeachment process?

The public is supporting it.

The public is highly concerned.

The public is protesting against it.

The public is largely ignoring it.