Republican Control of the White House and Congress

Republican control of the legislative and executive branches of the federal government has continued to provide a boost to stock prices throughout 2017. With Republicans controlling the House, Senate and White House, investors have high hopes for a pro-business climate. This includes tax reform, especially at the corporate level, leading to record numbers across the board for stock market returns. However, the market’s enthusiasm could come to an end if Republicans continue to fail to implement these policies in the coming months.