The Hidden Effects of Trump’s 100-Day Plan

Anderson sees “two potential trade wars” as a result of the new administration’s policies.

NEW YORK CITY—The priorities of the incoming Trump administration could make a substantial impact on commercial real estate on a variety of fronts, as the industry is affected long-term by everything from the tax code to the healthcare climate, all of which are on the agenda for the next president. But what about the very foundation of the real estate itself: development and construction? GlobeSt.com sat down with Julian Anderson, North America president of construction advisory firm Rider Levett Bucknall, for his take on the positive and potentially negative implications of president-elect Donald Trump’s plans for is first 100 days in office, as spelled out in his Contract with the American Voter.

GlobeSt.com: That the election is going to have implications—is that a foregone conclusion at this point, simply on account of the change in administration?