Tag Archives: Politics

Who said nobody thought Trump would win?

Posted on November 18, 2016 by macromon

Given the political earthquake the U.S. has just experienced and the long-term consequences that are sure to follow, we thought it is time to start writing again.  We (I) have been sick, which has temporarily diminished our capacity to write … Continue reading →

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What’d You Miss in Markets This Week? Here’s Your Recap – Bloomberg

Posted on October 30, 2016 by macromon

What’d You Miss?’ co-hosts Joe Weisenthal and Scarlet Fu get you caught up on the most important stories in financial markets, every weekday at 3:30 p.m. EST on Bloomberg TV. Like this video? Subscribe to Bloomberg on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_… (click … Continue reading →

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What’s the big deal with the election? – WashPost

Posted on November 3, 2014 by macromon

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Argentina’s populism – FT

Posted on November 7, 2013 by macromon

As President Cristina Fernández’s rule appears to be coming to an end, investors are hopeful this will spur economic reform. FT comment editor Fred Studemann asks LSE’s Alejandra Irigoín and FT deputy emerging markets editor Jonathan Wheatley if change is … Continue reading →

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Berlusconi’s stunning U-turn

Posted on October 2, 2013 by macromon

Former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi delivered quite a show ahead of the Senate vote. In a dramatic U-turn Berlusconi, who only a few days ago was threatening to topple the government, gave Letta his backing. He was seen holding his … Continue reading →

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The 3 key German election issues – Reuters

Posted on September 20, 2013 by macromon

Big election in Germany this weekend.  Here’s Reuters who does a good job summarizing   how things may workout for Frau Merkel. Sept. 20 – German voters go to the polls on Sunday. Breakingviews tells us what the three main issues … Continue reading →

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Merkel’s Bavarian boost ahead of German election

Posted on September 16, 2013 by macromon

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Stratfor: Italy’s New Government

Posted on April 30, 2013 by macromon

Stratfor Europe Analyst Adriano Bosoni discusses how Italy’s new government could bring some short-term stability to the country, but long-term challenges will remain. For more analysis, visit: http://www.Stratfor.com (click here if video is not observable)

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Italy’s New PM sets out priorities

Posted on April 29, 2013 by macromon

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Napolitano re-election helps Italian stocks and bonds

Posted on April 22, 2013 by macromon

Hopes of an end to two months of political deadlock had a positive effect on Italy’s financial markets on Monday. http://www.euronews.com/ (click here if video is not observable)

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