As Donald Trump returns to office, the US and global economic landscape are set for significant shifts. His administration’s approach to trade, taxation, and deregulation is expected to reshape markets, potentially benefiting domestic industries while increasing uncertainty for global supply chains.
‘Sabre rattling’ (as German president Frank-Walter Steinmeier lamented in 2016 regarding warnings against Russia’s expansion) can be heard from all sides: The Green Party's candidate for Chancellor, Robert Habeck states the goal of spending 3.5 per cent of GDP on defence.