What a hung parliament in France could mean for markets
In the run-up to the second round vote, analysts at Citi warned that stock markets may be slightly too optimistic about the French election. Analysts at investment firm Daiwa Capital Markets also spoke of uncertainty, if no single party managed to gain an absolute majority.
As critical elections loom, poll-based investing is a ‘dangerous strategy,' chart shows
Investors should avoid “hasty” portfolio changes based on predictions for upcoming elections after recent political surprises in countries including France triggered market losses, according to Principal Asset Management's Seema Shah.
EWQ: Why The Dump Of iShares MSCI France ETF Is A Buy Opportunity
Recent political turbulence in France due to the rising popularity of RN presents investment opportunity in the French stock market. The market fears potential anti-EU government in France, similar to Brexit impact on UK market. The risk of "frexit" is unlikely as not considered by RN, French economic prospects remain strong.
