Picking Our Spots (Core Strategy Rebalance)

Last week, we wrote that the administration’s response to bond market volatility implied a critical shift in ongoing trade negotiations. While this does not eliminate the economic risks that remain, as investment and hiring decisions are effectively frozen, it does clarify two important points: (1) the administration appears more focused on shifting trade away from China rather than overhauling global trade entirely, and (2) it is aware of market volatility and seems unwilling to risk a deep recession or depression in exchange for trade wins.