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Great to be quoted on my views around the upcoming French election by Bloomberg. Most scenarios should provide a relief to risk markets, even an RN absolute majority given their fairly conciliatory message so far. Longer term, however, a lack of fiscal consolidation is a negative for French spreads. The key risk is an absolute left majority (NFP) whose programme is the most confrontational with respect to the EU and fiscal policy. This tail is a small probability of a large risk off event.

As The National Rally Comes Out Ahead In Preliminary Results, How Will The French Election Affect UK Investors? - Read here: https://lnkd.in/eZx_QPap Discover the implications of the French National election for investors, analysing the policies of Marine Le Pen of The National Rally and Emmanuel Macron of Renaissance, impacts on the Euro, and strategies for UK investors. Learn which sectors may benefit or be negatively influenced and how real assets can protect against geopolitical instability.

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As we move towards the French elections what are the implications for the fixed income markets, which have already seen a sharp underperformance of French government bonds relative to Germany?

All eyes are on the UK general election as millions head to the polls today, with potential seismic shifts in the business and economic landscape. The outcome will set the tone for investor confidence and market reactions, influencing fiscal policies, regulatory frameworks, and international trade relations. Businesses and investors are poised to recalibrate their strategies in response to the new political climate, making today’s results crucial for economic forecasts and business planning. #UKelections #businessclimate

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In this 5-minute read from the Quarterly Report from the 3rd Quarter 2023, Andy Hill, Nina Suhaib-Wolf and Alexander Westphal summarise the situation following the political conclusion of the trilogue discussions involving the Council of the European Union and the European Parliament, especially related to the introduction of an EU consolidated tape for bonds and the related transparency framework. Click here to view the whole Quarterly Report: https://lnkd.in/eBAqYcSf Follow ICMA on LinkedIN for up to date news and notifications: https://lnkd.in/eWjCYuqf #europeanunion #capitalmarkets #consolidatedtape #financialservices #europeanparliament 

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My latest article in New Political Economy: I use a most different case design (Canada and Germany) to explain how, and with what consequences, federalism creates different pathways for constituent units to shape trade policy-making in the long-term. Open access at: https://lnkd.in/gYTX_Ppa

Excellent summary on the economic consequences of the results of the elections in NL. In addition to what Sandra tells us, I am also sincerely worried about the social and cultural divide in NL.