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Global broker Octa explains the reasons for lower US dollar after the U.S. presidential debate

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 September 2024 - The market has reacted live as Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump clashed in their first—and possibly last—debate before the November election.

With financial markets already reacting to the debate's fallout, the candidates' performance and policies could reshape trading strategies. Below is an outline of what it means for traders' long-term investment portfolios and short-term trading decisions. Global broker Octa explains the reasons for lower US dollar after the U.S. presidential debate.

Global broker Octa explains the reasons for lower US dollar after the U.S. presidential debate

Vice-President Kamala Harris, a Democratic candidate, and former President Donald Trump, a Republican nominee, met in an ABC-hosted debate in Philadelphia on Tuesday. The presidential race is too close to call, and the outcome could still swing either way, so it is important to analyse the results of the debate and draw some conclusions from it. Moreover, early voting will start in some states just days after the debate and may impact the election result. It was the first debate between Trump and Harris and could be their last one before the November 5 election, but this analysis focuses on the possible implications for the financial markets and traders.

Harris Trade

Several political analysts and media suggested that Harris outperformed Trump. After the debate, the Reuters/Ipsos poll, which took place between 10 and 12 September, found Harris 5 points ahead of Trump (47% vs. 42%). In percentage terms, her chances of winning improved to 55%, while that of Trump decreased to 47%. The market initially reacted by selling the greenback and stocks, with the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) dropping below 101.40 and S&P 500 shedding more than 1.5% at one point in time. 'The market's reaction to the debate has revealed everything a trader needs to know about the upcoming election. The financial market is already voting with their money. It is evident everywhere, from the exchange rate of the Chinese yuan to the share price of U.S. solar companies,' said Kar Yong Ang, a financial market analyst at Octa Broker.

A few months ago, market participants started to practice a concept known as the 'Trump Trade'. Generally, a 'Trump trade' refers to shifts in market behaviour that occur in reaction to the economic policies and political decisions associated with a Donald Trump presidency.

'As Kamala Harris took the lead, we have seen a very clear reversal of Trump trades. Actually, I believe we have seen the emergence of Harris trade,' said Kar Yong Ang.

If we analyze key market movements during and after the debate, there are signs that market preferences may be shifting, with traditional 'Trump trades' losing momentum. This could be the beginning of what some analysts are referring to as 'Harris trade.' So, what exactly is Harris trade?

  • Buying companies with a focus on renewables. The share prices of U.S. solar companies rose on Wednesday. According to Reuters, the Invesco Solar ETF, which is down about 25% for the year, jumped 5% on Wednesday. In addition, iShares Global Clean Energy ETF ICLN performed well on Wednesday. Shares of First Solar Inc. (FSLR) rose more than 15%. At the same time, financials and energy stocks, which are seen to benefit from Trump policies, underperformed.
  • Selling USDCNH forex pair. USDCNH, which is the U.S. dollar vs Chinese yuan offshore FX spot rate, dropped below 7.11 at one point on Wednesday. If Trump's chances of winning the election go down, it is less likely that China will face higher tariffs on its goods. With Harris leading in the polls, the uncertainties in global trade may subside, and markets that depend on international trade may perform well. At the same time, some market participants view a possible Trump victory as being bullish for the greenback because higher fiscal spending could spur inflation and lead to higher short-term interest rates.
  • Selling bitcoin and crypto stocks. Crypto markets appear to react more favorably to Trump compared to Harris, likely because Trump's stance on cryptocurrencies has been more clearly communicated, while Harris has not outlined her position on this matter as explicitly. Therefore, whenever Harris is seen as the likely winner in the 2024 election, bitcoin reacts negatively. However, Octa broker says that there is an important caveat to this trade. 'Quite frankly, there is no strong reason to believe that the Trump presidency will somehow be more bullish for bitcoin and crypto than Harris' presidency. The reason that bitcoin goes up when Trump's chances of winning are improving is simply because he has been a bit more specific on his views on crypto, while Harris' plans are not so clear at all,' said Kar Yong Ang.

Overall, the stock market remains nervous. The CBOE Volatility Index, also known as the 'Fear index', which measures demand for insurance against sharp swings in stock valuations, was trading at around the 20 mark just before the debate started. This was higher than the 2024 average of 14.8. Kar Yong Ang explains: 'Of course, the market is concerned about who becomes the next president of the world's largest economy, but frankly, U.S. elections are just one of many other issues that keep traders on edge. Firstly, the makeup of the Senate and the House is also important as they will also shape future economic policies. Secondly, and perhaps most importantly, investors are worried about a potential U.S. recession and the Fed's (Federal Reserve, the U.S. central bank) monetary policy going forward.'

Indeed, the Fed's commitment to cutting interest rates has already driven the value of the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) to multi-month lows, and its plan to pursue a less tight monetary policy has been a major factor in driving the gold price to an all-time high. Indeed, macroeconomic news—notably, inflation data releases and labour market reports—have produced much stronger market reactions than news related to the U.S. presidential campaign. Furthermore, while debates and other political events may influence some voters, current polls suggest that many have already made their decision.. Undecided voters make up only a tiny share. Therefore, while election news will continue to generate above-normal market volatility in the run-up to the November 5 election, the key events to watch will be the classical data releases and central banks' statements
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Octa

is an international broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. It offers commission-free access to financial markets and various services used by clients from 180 countries who have opened more than 52 million trading accounts. To help its clients reach their investment goals, Octa offers free educational webinars, articles, and analytical tools.

The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charitable and humanitarian initiatives, including the improvement of educational infrastructure and short-notice relief projects supporting local communities.

In the APAC region, Octa received the ‘Best Trading Platform Malaysia 2024’ and the ‘Most Reliable Broker Asia 2023’ awards from Brands and Business Magazine and International Global Forex Awards, respectively.

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