US equity markets were boosted by the Democrat clean sweep, anticipating greater fiscal stimulus. Conversely, US bond markets were troubled by the prospect of more reflationary policy, impacting government bonds in many developed markets. Meanwhile, increasing strength saw China’s renminbi break through a significant level against the US dollar. This week the major banks will kick off the Q4 reporting season in the US. Presented by Seamus Lyons CFA, Senior Investment Manager, Asim Qadri CFA, Investment Analyst and Niall McDonnell, CFA, Senior Investment Manager. Hosted by Lorna Denny, Investment Specialist. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. This podcast is for information purposes only and is intended to broaden listeners' awareness of financial markets and no part of the materials should be construed to represent financial advice or an offer to buy, sell or otherwise participate in any investment activity or strategy. The content is based on information sources that are deemed reliable at the time of recording. Architas has no express or implied warranty, guarantee or statement as to the accuracy, suitability or completeness of the information provided. All rights are reserved. Without the prior consent of the copyright holder, no part of this podcast in any form or by any means is allowed to be published, copied or emailed or stored in an information system. These materials originate from Architas Limited ("Architas"). Architas is a company registered in England No. 02638607, registered office: 5 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1AD. These materials are not intended for audiences in the United States of America.