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Key Issues: Economy, Social Security, Taxes
As per the site The Morning Consult, the economy emerges as the primary concern for wealthy investors, with 84% naming it their top issue. Social Security (71%), immigration (68%), and taxes (69%) follow as critical concerns. Investors are nearly evenly split on which candidate is better suited to handle the economy, with Trump at 51% and Harris at 49%.
Business Owners Slightly Favor Trump
In a separate UBS survey of business owners, Trump has a narrow lead, with 53% planning to vote for him and 47% for Harris. Like wealthy investors, business owners also rank the economy as their primary concern, followed by taxes, healthcare, Social Security, and immigration, as backed up by this article from The Morning Consult.
Optimism on the Economy Grows
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Both wealthy investors and business owners report increased optimism about the U.S. economy compared to four years ago. The survey finds that 55% of investors feel positive about the economy in 2024, up from 43% in 2020. Business owners show even greater confidence, with 65% expressing optimism, an increase from 55% four years prior.
Portfolio Adjustments Expected Ahead of Election
With the upcoming election on the horizon, 77% of wealthy investors are considering adjustments to their portfolios—up from 63% in 2020, as also determined by CNBC. Anticipated changes include modifying sector allocations (38%), adding portfolio protections or hedges (35%), increasing investments (34%), and boosting cash holdings (34%).
