Donald Trump Addresses the Crowd at the Philadelphia Rally on June 22. (Photo by Jim Watson/Getty Images)



After President Joe Biden's recent debate performance, concerns about his suitability for a second term have grown. Stock market analysts and political insiders are discussing potential replacements, ranging from the obvious choice, Vice President Kamala Harris, to more business-friendly candidates like Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.

Many of the names being floated in the financial world mirror those in political circles, but some differences reflect the current state of the Biden administration's relationship with corporate America. Notably, some of Biden's allies have made significant inroads among business leaders.

Brian Gardner, Stifel's chief Washington policy strategist, emphasized Harris's built-in advantage as vice president but noted that the field is wide open. Business leaders generally want a stable replacement that won't disrupt markets now or in the future.

Despite speculation, Biden and his close allies insist he plans to stay in the race. However, his debate performance has left room for speculation. Clayton Allen from Eurasia Group pointed out that any replacement could risk alienating parts of the Democratic coalition.

Since the debate, Biden has delivered more forceful speeches and received support from prominent figures like Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, which has eased some concerns. Biden is currently at Camp David, discussing his campaign's next steps with family.

Outreach to CEOs:

Harris is a prominent candidate, backed by many within the Democratic coalition. AGF Investments' Greg Valliere noted her strengths and weaknesses, but still sees her as an early favorite if Biden steps aside. Harris has been engaging with business leaders, including JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon and other top executives, to build support.

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is another contender. Known for her strong ties with the business community, Raimondo has been praised for her work on economic programs like the CHIPs and Science Act, which aims to revitalize the semiconductor industry. However, some Democrats criticized her for being too business-friendly.

Raimondo faces challenges in name recognition and national popularity. A recent poll showed that 85% of Americans have no opinion of her, and Eurasia Group's Ian Bremmer noted that figures like Raimondo and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer are relatively untested on the national stage.

Other Potential Candidates:

The business world also considers figures like California Governor Gavin Newsom, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker. Each of these candidates has their own strengths and challenges.

Despite ongoing speculation, Biden remains committed to his campaign. His political allies and family members continue to support him, suggesting that factors beyond his control affect his debate performance. Vice President Harris described Biden's debate showing as having a "slow start" but "a strong finish."

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