Wall Street expects Trump presidency will unlock deal-making

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Wall Street dealmakers and corporate leaders expect the flood gates to open on merger and acquisition activity after President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January.
Deal-making has slowed in recent years, largely due to high interest rates, soaring company valuations and a tight regulatory environment.
Kroger’s takeover of Albertsons and Tapestry’s proposed acquisition of Capri have both been scrutinized by regulators and could have a clearer path under a Trump presidency.

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Trump tariffs will hurt lower income Americans more than the rich, study says

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Key Points Tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump are expected to raise costs on products for U.S. consumers. However, tariffs would hurt lower income households with a minimal impact on the top one percent of earners in 2026, according to an analysis by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy. Source

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