In this episode of Planet Money, the hosts explore how the market might react to a hypothetical second term for Trump. Overall, the stock market experienced a boost, fueled by hopes of deregulation that would benefit the banking, crypto, and tech industries. On the flip side, sectors that could suffer from higher tariffs—like foreign car manufacturers, discount retailers that rely on imports, and soybean exports—saw declines. Meanwhile, the Treasury bond market indicated expectations of rising inflation and interest rates, driven by anticipated tax cuts and increased government spending, though these forecasts could change. The episode emphasizes that while market reactions can provide valuable insights into investor sentiment and expectations, they are not foolproof indicators of the future.
