Economic Impact of a Democratic Win in November

There are mixed opinions on whether Barack Obama will be good for economic relations with China. Studies show that a lot is at stake for foreign markets in the coming November election. The effect could be magnified by a win by the Democrats. Experts find this a difficult situation to analyze. Many agree that a change in economic policy direction would be a positive.

A win by the Democrats would yield a favorable climate for negotiation, dialogue and trade opportunities. But whoever wins the White House has to recognize that the times are changing and that emerging markets such as China and India -- where issues over currency, outsourcing and product safety, to name a few, have found voice on the campaign trail -- represent new powerhouses.