Trump talks up stock market performance

Published February 16, 2017 11:46am ET



President Trump talked up the strength of the stock market Thursday morning, and took credit for an increase in consumer and corporate confidence he believes will be strengthened by his plans for tax reform.

“Stock market hits new high with longest winning streak in decades. Great level of confidence and optimism – even before tax plan rollout!” Trump tweeted.

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