How Fears of a Trade War Are Weighing on Wall Street

The video discusses the current economic climate, focusing on how trade wars and uncertainty are affecting banks. It highlights the lack of completed deals in the US and the impact on banks' ability to lend. The discussion also covers the outlook for the second quarter, investor expectations, and potential catalysts for the second half of the year. Additionally, it examines M&A trends, noting a lack of completed deals but a promising pipeline that could benefit banks in the future.

What is the significance of the lack of completed deals in the US lately?

What does the current pipeline of deals suggest for the future of banks?