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Jan 2025
22m 49s

Across the Pond: Getting back into the f...

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Amid the woes, where are the opportunities in Europe’s car industry? President-elect Trump has threatened to slap higher tariffs on European carmakers, Chinese competition is intensifying, and demand for autos in Europe is flagging. But it’s not all bad news for investors. Featured is Rolf Ganter, Head, CIO Equities Europe, with co-hosts, Christopher Swan ... Show More
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