Talking Heads: What does a Trump presidency mean for you and your clients?

Three advisers have their say …

Hannah Godfrey
clock • 5 min read

After a long and bitter campaign, Donald Trump has beaten Hillary Clinton in the race to become the 45th President of the United States. Professional Adviser asked three advisers what, if anything, this could mean for their clients and their businesses.

When Donald Trump emerged victorious after securing the final electoral votes he needed to become US President-elect, there was a sharp intake of breath through much of the rest of the world. Arguably the most controversial US Presidential candidate in modern history, Trump is nothing if not a wildcard - and markets reacted accordingly as his win was confirmed. A Trump presidency has huge implications for the US and the rest of the world, but what, if anything could it mean for the UK's financial advisers and their clients? Here's what three had to say ...

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