UK Business Secretary Badenoch Says She Will Sign Memorandum Of Understanding On Trade With Florida Governor DeSantis Tuesday; Says UK And Us Governments Could Reach Agreement On Broader Plan To Expand Trade 'Fairly Soon'
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UK Business Secretary Badenoch is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding on trade with Florida Governor DeSantis. This indicates progress towards a broader UK-US trade agreement, which could be reached 'fairly soon' according to Badenoch.
November 14, 2023 | 4:10 pm
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The signing of a trade MoU between the UK and Florida may positively influence investor sentiment towards UK markets, potentially benefiting EWU, which tracks UK equities.
The MoU is a step towards stronger trade ties between the UK and the US, which could enhance the economic outlook for UK companies. As EWU tracks UK equities, improved trade relations may lead to increased investor confidence in these equities.
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The anticipated broader UK-US trade agreement could have a marginal positive impact on SPY, which represents the US market, by fostering a more favorable trade environment.
While the MoU is with Florida specifically, it suggests progress towards a larger UK-US trade deal. This could benefit US companies by reducing trade barriers and opening up new opportunities, which may reflect positively on SPY's performance.
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