BofA Merrill Lynch Global Cross‑Asset Strategy Outlook Post‑Trump Election

BofA Merrill Lynch Global Cross‑Asset Strategy Outlook Post‑Trump Election The document is a routine investment strategy memo discussing market expectations, trade ideas, and macro forecasts after the 2016 U.S. election. It contains no allegations of misconduct, financial impropriety, or links to influential political actors beyond generic references to President‑elect Trump’s policy stance. There are no specific transactions, undisclosed relationships, or actionable investigative leads. Key insights: Predicts modest fiscal impact of the Trump administration (≈0.5% growth boost).; Recommends long positions in Japanese Nikkei, USD, and certain emerging‑market assets; short US 10‑year real rates and a CNH put as a hedge against trade tensions.; Highlights expected stronger USD, higher yields, and potential trade policy shifts (e.g., labeling China a currency manipulator).