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Prospect of more gridlock may reduce US political risks

While Tuesday’ US election proved much closer than polls had predicted, the impact on financial markets thus far has been limited compared to the volatility that followed the surprise 2016 result. Of course, that may still change, especially if the outcome is contested and ends up in the courts. But for now, the main takeaway appears to be that whoever wins the presidency probably faces continued gridlock in Congress.

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