Beyond the Portfolio: Politics and Portfolios

Beyond the Portfolio: Politics and Portfolios

With the midterm elections on November 3rd, investors are wondering what the outcome could mean for national policy, the economy, and ultimately their investment portfolios.

On this episode of Beyond the Portfolio, host Henray Cohen, US Head of Investments at BMO Wealth Management, is joined by Ashley Ellefritz, Head of U.S. Government Relations at BMO, and Carol Schleif, BMO’s Chief Market Strategist, to explain what different midterm outcomes could mean for policy in Washington and describe the impacts on investment.

We invite you to listen to the podcast and explore the accompanying insight,
"October 2026 Market Insights - Politics and Portfolios: Themes Driving the Midterms - Part II"

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