With President Donald Trump’s inauguration just a week away, Raju and Will delve into how his presidency could shape the landscape for startups and VC firms. They examine the potential impacts of the Trump administration on various industries, including anticipated regulatory changes and the ripple effects that may unfold over the next four years. There will be huge growth opportunities for investors and startups across the board, but as always, you must consider the full scope before you hedge your bets. Raju and Will share their insights on navigating geopolitical risks, tax reforms, and evolving market dynamics to make informed decisions in this new era.

Show Highlights

(00:00) Introduction

(0:56) How the president can influence the “headwinds” and “tailwinds” of startups

(3:46) What defense and aerospace could look like under the Trump Administration

(7:33) The potential future of financial services, regulations, and crypto

(10:51) Manufacturing and construction

(16:54) What U.S. and China Relationships mean for startups and VC firms

(22:09) President Trump’s proposed tariffs and the retail industry

(25:01) Why agriculture could be negatively impacted under President Trump

(28:41) Gatling gun segment

Links 

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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rre-pov/id1719689131