Trump-Linked Stocks Take Off As He Seeks GOP Nomination For White House
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
Stocks associated with Donald Trump have surged following his victory in the Iowa primaries. Phunware Inc. (PHUN) and Digital World Acquisition Corp. (DWAC) saw increases of over 400% and 180%, respectively. PSQ Holdings Inc. (PSQH), Rumble Inc. (RUM), and mortgage giants Fannie Mae (FNMA) and Freddie Mac (FMCC) also experienced gains between 30% and 45% since the beginning of the year. These companies are linked to Trump through business ventures, investments, or potential policy benefits from a Trump presidency.

January 23, 2024 | 10:52 pm
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Digital World Acquisition Corp. experienced a significant rally due to its planned merger with Trump Media & Technology Group, despite facing regulatory challenges.
The planned merger with Trump Media & Technology Group is a major driver for DWAC's stock price. However, ongoing regulatory hurdles could introduce volatility, although the short-term impact remains positive.
CONFIDENCE 70
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
Freddie Mac's stock has also seen gains with the possibility of Trump's presidency and his interest in the firm's privatization.
Similar to Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac's stock is benefiting from the speculation around Trump's policies and potential privatization, suggesting a positive short-term impact on the stock price.
CONFIDENCE 65
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 75
POSITIVE IMPACT
Fannie Mae's stock has attracted attention with the prospect of Trump's return to office, as he has shown interest in privatizing the firm.
The potential privatization of Fannie Mae under a Trump presidency has led to increased investor interest, which could continue to drive the stock price up in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 65
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 75
POSITIVE IMPACT
Phunware Inc. saw its stock surge following Trump's political advancements due to its role in developing his 2020 campaign app.
Phunware's direct involvement with Trump's 2020 campaign app and the recent political developments are likely to keep investor interest high, potentially driving the stock price up in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 75
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90
POSITIVE IMPACT
PSQ Holdings Inc. gained market attention with Donald Trump Jr. as an investor and his participation in the NYSE opening bell ceremony.
The involvement of Donald Trump Jr. as an investor and the visibility from the NYSE event contribute to the positive sentiment around PSQ Holdings, potentially boosting the stock price in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 65
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70
POSITIVE IMPACT
Rumble Inc. has seen its stock rise due to its appeal to conservative voices and a partnership with Trump's social media venture, Truth Social.
Rumble's positioning as a platform for unrestricted content sharing and its partnership with Truth Social are likely to attract investor interest, supporting a positive short-term price movement.
CONFIDENCE 70
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80