Question

The outlook of global companies in 2018.

Answer 1

The outlook of global companies in 2018 is promising because of overall improvement in the global economy and also supported by the US tax reforms. Morevover, commodity prices are expected to remain strong driven by demand conditions in China which is good for global economy.

There is risk of higher interest costs for companies having stressed balance sheets as interest rates are likely to rise as Federal reserve guides for 3-4 interest rate hikes this year.

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