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The weekly commentary is a review of current activity in global financial markets, with an emphasis on the U.S. fixed income market. Breaking news and market reactions form the core of this commentary.
 
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Economic Commentary

March 15, 2013
  • Despite exceptionally easy monetary policy, inflation risk remains low
  • Record stock market levels are boosting consumer spending
  • U.S. capital spending is poised to be a bright spot this year
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March 8, 2013
  • Labor policy needs to help, not hinder employment
  • The U.S. employment report surprised on the upside
  • Watch the shadows behind China’s official credit measures
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March 1, 2013
  • There are more sellers than buyers in the world economy
  • The recent Italian election may usher in renewed instability
  • US bank lending is finally expanding, but not everyone is happy about it
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February 22, 2013
  • Central banks are factoring financial stability into their decision making
  • The FOMC is taking a critical look at its asset purchase strategy
  • Don’t look now, but the sequester is coming
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February 15, 2013
  • The recent “energy dividend” is not likely to last
  • Crafting a single monetary policy for Europe is challenging
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February 8, 2013
  • Immigration reform would help the US economy at many levels
  • There is much going on with the US labor force participation rate
  • Will leadership change usher in a new era at the Bank of Japan?
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February 1, 2013
  • Is the world engaged in a “currency war?”
  • January’s job report had some pleasant surprises, but more progress is needed
  • Purchasing managers surveys suggest growth in the US, retreat for Europe
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January 25, 2013
  • Housing is off the floor, but faces ceilings
  • The cost of housing could be a source of increased inflation
  • January’s FOMC meeting should not break any new ground
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January 18, 2013
  • Are central banks easing off prematurely?
  • Washington is girding for another budget imbroglio
  • Inflation is contained, for now
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January 11, 2013
  • Special Edition: The Outlook for 2013
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