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Trump’s tariff plans: a game with no winners?
Trump’s tariff plans: a game with no winners?
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Trump’s tariff plans: a game with no winners?

On 20 January, the world will once again look to Washington with anticipation as Donald Trump is sworn in as US President for the second time in front of the Capitol. In any case, his statements and plans are already the focus of attention on the financial markets.

Trump is planning high import tariffs for goods, for example from Mexico and China. The possible consequences range from the threat of a trade war to a comeback of inflation. In the end, will no one benefit from the planned tariff measures?

Best of Charts: What’s coming, what’s going, what’s staying from 2024?
Best of Charts: What’s coming, what’s going, what’s staying from 2024?

Best of Charts: What’s coming, what’s going, what’s staying from 2024?

We can look back on an eventful year on the markets – although 2025 is also off to a somewhat turbulent start (at least in terms of domestic politics). In our first ‘Best of Charts’ of the new year, we look at what will remain of the stock market year 2024 and what we can expect in the coming months.

China prepares economic stimulus package in response to recession and looming trade war
China prepares economic stimulus package in response to recession and looming trade war

China prepares economic stimulus package in response to recession and looming trade war

The former growth engine China is having trouble getting back on track. Geopolitical tensions, the crisis in the domestic real estate sector and weak domestic consumption are hampering the country’s economy.

The government in Beijing is using billions in support measures not only to counter the economic downturn, but also to brace itself against the tariffs announced by US President-elect Donald Trump. But can these measures also help the faltering Chinese stock market?

Market outlook 2025: what opportunities and challenges we can expect for next year
Market outlook 2025: what opportunities and challenges we can expect for next year

Market outlook 2025: what opportunities and challenges we can expect for next year

2025 brings significant political changes: First and foremost, a new (and at the same time old) US president, whose plans and intentions are not yet entirely clear. In Europe, meanwhile, we are facing economic challenges, but also opportunities due to possible interest rate cuts by the ECB. What can we expect from the coming year and how can investors position themselves? Read more about this in today’s blog post.

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Traffic light coalition stop – fast lane or reform logjam in Germany?
Traffic light coalition stop – fast lane or reform logjam in Germany?
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Traffic light coalition stop – fast lane or reform logjam in Germany?

First, Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election, and then the end of the coalition government: What does the German economy have to look forward to? Experts see major challenges ahead for the world’s fourth-largest economy. However, the upcoming elections also offer the potential for a fresh start. In today’s blog post, we discuss what this could look like.

Deficit spiraling out of control: French government plans drastic austerity program
Deficit spiraling out of control: French government plans drastic austerity program

Deficit spiraling out of control: French government plans drastic austerity program

The high deficit in the French national budget is forcing the new government to implement drastic austerity measures. Investors are keeping a close eye on the announced plans, as the tense financial situation has been noticeable on the stock market for some time.

US elections: are the billions of investments in green technologies at risk?
US elections: are the billions of investments in green technologies at risk?

US elections: are the billions of investments in green technologies at risk?

Two years ago, the USA initiated its energy transition with the Inflation Reduction Act. This was followed by billions in subsidies and investments in renewable energies. What will happen to the Act if Donald Trump makes a comeback to the White House? Is the “Green Rush” in danger of coming to an end?