From The Times of India
Center Owned by Bennett, Coleman & Co.What Trump defeat could mean for Indian H-1B visa holders, Russian oil & trade deal
What's behind this
The recent US midterm elections have turned the Trump administration into a ‘lame‑duck’ as the Republican Party lost control of Congress, prompting a Democrats‑powered House. Trade journalist D Ravi Kanth says the new Congress is likely to scrutinise Trump’s trade tariffs, slow India‑US trade talks and ease the harsh H‑1B immigration rules. In financial markets, the loss has affected global bond yields: falling crude oil prices and easing borrowing concerns have pushed yields lower in India and overseas. Indian investors are now considering how to respond to the lower yields.
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left · 2 outlets
Trade and geopolitical experts say that losing control of the U.S. Congress will push President Donald Trump to increase tariff pressure on India to seal a deal. Indian negotiators, for their part, will smell an opportunity
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center · 3 outlets
Experts suggest that a setback in the midterm elections could prompt US President Donald Trump to pursue a quick trade deal with India. They said that with the foreign policy influence diminishing against Russia, China and Iran, Trump requires a quick victory regarding the trade agreement. In a…
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right · 4 outlets
US midterm election results have impacted global bond markets after President Donald Trump's Republican Party lost control of Congress. Falling crude oil prices and easing borrowing concerns have pushed bond yields lower in India and overseas. What should Indian bond investors do now?
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Trump's Republican Party suffered major defeats in its strongholds, including Texas, Georgia and Iowa, losing the governors' offices to Democratic candidates. Trump’s policies are being blamed by many as the reason for the loss - with tariffs and inflation in focus. The results are expected to have…
