The investment landscape is undergoing seismic shifts as the new administration moves at breakneck speed to reshape economic, political, and institutional norms. Policy changes and hundreds of executive orders have heightened uncertainty, prompting investors to rapidly assess risks and opportunities in an environment that changes every day.
A significant expansion of executive power is at the center of debate. As described by the New York Times (9-February 2025), Trump’s policies are not only reshaping trade and regulatory frameworks but challenging long-standing constitutional norms, which could have lasting and far-reaching economic impacts. While supporters applaud an overhaul of inefficient government systems, critics warn of destabilized legal and financial frameworks upon which investors have long relied. Let’s look at some recent actions and the concerns they raise.