Harris vs Trump: US Election 2024

How will the US Election influence global markets?

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US Election: The market responds

Join us for a special live Inner Circle event as we dive into the real-time market responses to the 2024 US Presidential Election results.

With four live sessions throughout the day, this is a unique chance to learn and engage as we analyse chart movements, sentiment shifts, and technical setups in response to breaking news from the election.


  1. 12:30pm AEDT – US Polls Close & Early Asian Market Response
  2. 3:30pm AEDT – Early Results & Key State Updates
  3. 6:30pm AEDT – Preliminary Picture & European Open
  4. 9:30pm AEDT – Fuller Market Picture & US Pre-Market Response

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Markets that move during the election

In the lead up to the 2024 US Election, the markets to watch are major USD currency pairs, US stocks and indices, and commodities such as gold and oil.

Forex

EUR/USD, USD/JPY and GBP/USD are likely to be volatile – as investors move to price in the effects of changing policies.

Commodities

XAUUSD & Oil are likely to fluctuate in line with expectations for the country’s economic direction.

US Stocks & Indices

US stocks and indices, including the US 500 and Wall Street, are expected to experience major price movements with adjustments to corporate tax rates or regulatory environments.

When is the election?

Washington DC and all 50 states vote for the 47th President of the United States on Tuesday 5 November.

Poll closing times differ by state but typically start around 7pm local time.

While projections can be made on election night, the official, certified results may take several days to weeks to be finalised.

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Manage your risk during the US Election

It’s important to check that your account is sufficiently capitalised, as well as making sure you are comfortable with your levels of exposure. Risk management strategies can protect your investments and minimise potential losses during increased market volatility.

Diversify your portfolio

A diverse portfolio involves a number of assets from a group of markets that do not share a strong correlation. 

Ensure that you have exposures that reduce your overall portfolio risk, which will smooth out your PnL over high risk events such as the 2024 US Election.

Placing Stop-Loss orders

A Stop-Loss order is a market order that helps manage risk by closing your position once the asset reaches a certain price.

Historically, financial markets can experience rapid fluctuation and high volatility during the US Election. This strategy helps manage trading risk by specifying a price at which your position is closed out.

Election Analysis

Join Evan Lucas as he provides regular insights and updates surrounding the election in the lead-up to polling day.

You can view all of Evan’s coverage on our US Election playlist.

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