International Finance Class Notes - FIN310 - 11/12/2024

Chapter 1: A Look at Trump's Economic Promises

Question: Do you think Trump's policies will strengthen or weaken the U.S. economy in the short and long term?

My Opinion: Trump's economic promises are ambitious but unpredictable. His policies could lead to both economic growth and instability.

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      Chapter 2: Can Trump Revive American Manufacturing?

      Question: Are tariffs an effective way to boost American manufacturing, or do they create more problems?

      My Opinion: Reviving American manufacturing is a key promise, but globalization and automation make it challenging. Tariffs may not be the perfect solution.

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          Chapter 3: Will Trump's Trade Battles Help or Hurt America?

          Question: Do trade wars benefit or harm the U.S. economy in the long run?

          My Opinion: Tariffs might protect some jobs but risk sparking trade wars that could harm the economy overall.

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              Chapter 4: Will Trump's Policies Make the Dollar Rise or Fall?

              Question: What are the pros and cons of a strong vs. a weak dollar?

              My Opinion: Trump's tax cuts could strengthen the dollar short-term, but trade wars may weaken it over time.

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                  Chapter 5: Who Benefits from Trump's Economic Agenda?

                  Question: Who are the biggest winners and losers of Trump's economic policies?

                  My Opinion: American manufacturers may benefit, but consumers could face higher prices due to tariffs.

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                      Chapter 6: Good for Consumers, Bad for Exporters?

                      Question: How does a strong dollar impact American consumers and exporters differently?

                      My Opinion: A strong dollar benefits consumers by making imports cheaper, but it hurts exporters.

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                          Chapter 7: Boosting Exports, Fueling Inflation?

                          Question: Is a weak dollar good or bad for the U.S. economy overall?

                          My Opinion: A weak dollar may boost exports but could also lead to inflation as import prices rise.

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                              Chapter 8: How Will the World React to Trump's Policies?

                              Question: How might other countries react to Trump's economic policies, and what impact could this have globally?

                              My Opinion: Retaliatory tariffs and investor uncertainty could have significant global repercussions.

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                                  Chapter 9: What Does Trump's Vision Hold?

                                  Question: Do you think Trump's vision for American trade will lead to long-term benefits or drawbacks?

                                  My Opinion: The future of American trade under Trump’s vision is uncertain and could be full of surprises.

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