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Focchi Group Worries About Trump's Impact

Italian window and door manufacturer Focchi Group expresses concerns about potential protectionist policies under Trump, highlighting impacts on material sourcing and market conditions.

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What are some specific examples of how Trump's policies could affect the Focchi Group?: Focchi cites the impact of the 'Buy American' trend, leading to reduced investments in New York's real estate market and a shift towards smaller projects. This, coupled with the rise of smart working, is impacting the industry.
What are the main concerns of Italian entrepreneurs regarding the election of Donald Trump?: Maurizio Focchi, president of the Focchi Group, expresses concerns about potential protectionist policies under the Trump administration, particularly regarding tariffs on aluminum, a key material for their window and door manufacturing.
What is the Focchi Group's vulnerability related to material sourcing and potential tariffs?: The Focchi Group, despite having a US plant, imports materials from Europe, making them vulnerable to potential tariffs. They are closely monitoring the implementation of tariffs on aluminum.
How did Brexit affect the Focchi Group, and what parallels can be drawn with the potential impact of Trump's policies?: The company's experience with Brexit showed some slowdown and labor challenges but not a devastating impact. They hope the US experience under Trump won't be as negative, though there is uncertainty.
What is the prevailing sentiment among investors regarding Trump's economic policies, and how does it impact the Focchi Group's outlook?: While there's concern about Trump's protectionist policies, the prevailing sentiment among investors is that Trump's policies will benefit the US economy. The company is closely watching developments and their possible impact.

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