US stock market investors are anxiously waiting for January 20 when Republican President-elect Donald Trump will officially become the President of United States of America. Soon after the inauguration ceremony, Trump is likely to make a raft of decisions. These decisions will certainly have impact on Wall Street 's key index S&P 500.
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The economy dodged a recession, even as consumer confidence slipped and voters blamed President Joe Biden for his handling of the economy, according to NYT News Service. FAQs Q1. When is Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony? A1.
Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony is on January 20. Q2. What is US stock market's key index? A2.
US stock market's key index is S&P 500 index. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel ).
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Donald Trump's first decisions to pose biggest risk for US stocks?
US stock market is likely to be dictated by the policy-related decisions made by US President-elect Donald Trump.