ANALYSIS: Stockmarket analysts are worried about the US election — but one scenario stands out
Tim Anderson is the managing director of New York-based TJM Investments.
CommSec believes a contested election outcome could result in US shares falling 5 to 10 per cent, or even more. CommSec research shows while it is incredibly rare for an incumbent to lose a re-election campaign, it typically happens when an economic downturn hits in the lead up to an election.WatchDonald Trump was asked directly if he would commit to a peaceful transfer of power during his press conference.
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