Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Axios
Axios
Politics
Orion Rummler

Multiple economic-based models think Trump has a good shot at re-election in 2020

Photo: Andrew Spear/Getty Images

President Trump has a good shot at re-election 2020, according to multiple economic models maintained by market strategists that "tend to ignore election polls and personal characteristics of candidates" and instead focus on the strength of the economy and advantages held by incumbent presidents, Politico reports.

Our thought bubble, per Axios' Dion Rabouin: Despite growing fear on Wall Street, economists predict the economy will keep humming along, so that should provide a boost to Trump's re-election chances. One caveat is that Trump's policies have worsened income inequality and raised prices, which a savvy opponent will be able to use to their advantage.


Yes, but: A sharp decline in economic growth or an unemployment increase by next year could dash Trump's potential chances. For example, the pace of jobs growth slowed significantly in February, but that pullback was expected.

Go deeper: Traders have no faith in long-term U.S. growth or inflation

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.