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Policy and Regulatory Commentary
In D.C., It’s Almost Midnight
With more states certifying their 2020 election results this week, President Donald Trump announced that he would allow the official transition to the Biden administration to start.
Fixed Income Insights
Weekly Fixed Income Commentary: Accelerating coronavirus cases suppress Treasury yields
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U.S. Treasury yields closed lower last week, led by longer maturities. Despite positive news on possible vaccine progress, investors were focused on the potential near-term damage from surging virus cases across the globe. A public dispute between the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve (Fed) about the Fed’s lending facilities also undermined investor confidence.
Policy and Regulatory Commentary
Transitions are Hard
Transitions can be difficult. Whether you’re starting a new job, trying to get a toddler to move from playtime to nap time or dealing with jet lag after traveling a long distance, adjusting to a new reality can be a challenge.
Fixed Income Insights
Weekly Fixed Income Commentary: Investor optimism pushes Treasury yields higher
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U.S. Treasury yields rose last week, as U.S. election results became clearer and Pfizer announced encouraging news about its COVID-19 vaccine trials. A somber mood later in the week offset a portion of the earlier increase, as virus cases rose across the globe and fears of increased lock-down measures intensified.
Policy and Regulatory Commentary
Gridlock in Washington Could Mean More Active Statehouses
Take a deep breath – the 2020 election is finally, mercifully over
Policy and Regulatory Commentary
Decision 2020: What the apparent Biden victory means for the markets and investors
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With Joe Biden becoming the presumptive President Elect, Nuveen's Global Investment Committee takes a look at financial market implications
Fixed Income Insights
Weekly Fixed Income Commentary: Treasury yields decline as the U.S. election is closer than expected
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U.S. Treasury yields declined last week, led by longer maturities. Yields decreased and the yield curve flattened on Wednesday, as investors struggled to adjust to the tumultuous U.S. presidential election. While prospects for a large fiscal stimulus package dimmed as a result of what will likely be divided government, this did not damage a constructive market sentiment that persisted all week.