Election 2020: One Year Out

In this episode of WashingtonWise Investor, Mike Townsend digs into the factors fueling the unpredictability of the 2020 election, with special focus on the policy proposals of the leading Democratic presidential contenders and what they may mean for investors.

Mike also shares his cautious optimism over the “phase one” U.S.-China trade deal, looks at Congressional concerns over the record pace of corporate stock buybacks, and considers the Supreme Court’s decision to hear a case on the constitutionality of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Finally, he responds to a question about historical market performance during election years.

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