Fortune Essay Examines Trump's CEO-Like Presidency Amid Strong Economic Data

A Fortune essay published January 24, 2026, examines President Donald Trump's second-term governance through a corporate CEO lens, citing pro-business sentiment among Fortune 500 executives. The piece notes the economy's strength, with Q3 2024 GDP growth at 4.4% and rising markets, partly attributed to the AI race. The analysis, informed by CEO conversations in Davos, describes a strategy of aggressive, deal-driven policy, testing new revenue streams like tariffs and pushing public-private partnerships. It raises questions about aligning national, business, and presidential interests. The essay also mentions Eric Trump's separate cryptocurrency venture, American Bitcoin.