The upcoming elections are a lose-lose situation for the stock market

[nicoleivy5]

The upcoming elections are a lose-lose situation for the stock market - read more
"For one, the election is shaping up to become a "lose-lose" scenario for equities, the chief economist for UCX and CNBC contributor told CNBC's "Closing Bell" on Friday."

 

[Eloy]

With the news that Trump is closing the gap between him and Clinton, all the stock markets have gone down, not only in the USA but also in the world. It seems they are nervous with the increasing prospect of a Trump victory and protectionist legislation in America rather than increasing free trade.
Stocks, dollar down on U.S. election worries; oil tumbles

 

[Redpath]

If Trump "wins", we'll likely see an immediate drop of 5% or so. Interestingly, Hillary is pretty much priced into the market. It will go up 1-3%.

Trump will take even more business out of the country - not good for the market.

 

[Alexis John]

It is recorded in history, whenever any big changes happen in the politics the stock market shakes. And it stabilises immediately after that. There is no reason to fear even if Hillary gets elected if there is a re poll.