Trump's trade policies run counter to many themes that have propelled Japan's markets. A weaker dollar/stronger JPY will pressure trading and auto companies. Semi companies will also face hurdles.
What is covered in the Full Insight:
Japan Markets and Double-Top Pattern
Trump’s Economic Policies and Their Impact
Sector Analysis: Trading Companies, Autos, and Semiconductors
Trade Imbalance and Tariff Implications
Future Trade Policies and Potential Catalysts
Boomeranged on Mon, 2 Sep 2024 18:33
We pointed out that Japan's semi industry may be at risk as part of the "Trump Trade" sentiment. It turns out that Biden has already thrown Japan's semi industry into disarray. Today China threatened economic retaliation against Japan if it further restricts sale and servicing of chip-making equipment. Beijing could restrict materials to Japan's auto companies, another sector we warned about.
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