Source: Fortune
Summary
Fortune’s Alyson Shontell interviewed President Donald Trump at the White House, discussing his dealmaking philosophy and approach to business. Trump shared his views on taking stakes in U.S. companies, the national debt, and the potential for a deal with Iran. He also recounted a conversation with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, where he suggested giving the U.S. a 10% stake in the company. Trump believes his approach to business can help the economy and American companies.
Our Reading
The numbers tell one story. Trump’s dealmaking approach is centered on his self-proclaimed ability to make deals that “no normal person would make.” He sees taking stakes in U.S. companies as a patriotic way to boost the economy. The president’s views on the national debt are unconventional, valuing natural assets like the Grand Canyon and surrounding oceans in the trillions. Trump is confident that Iran is “dying to sign” a deal, but is skeptical of their willingness to follow through.
He’s negotiating with countries like he’s negotiating a real estate deal.
Author: Evan Null
