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September 1, 2020
Despite virus flareups, economies worldwide continue to recover from the COVID-19 induced recession thanks in part to increased government understanding about how to utilize targeted closures. The speed of each region’s recovery will ultimately depend on many factors, including some unique to a specific area.
Monetary Policies/Currencies
The global economy has come a long way from the depths of the virus-induced lockdowns to optimism around businesses reopening. A complete recovery is likely dependent upon better testing, treatment and, ultimately, a vaccine. As in most recessions, particular sectors and industries will suffer permanent damage, but others will pick up the slack. Despite concerns that certain equity markets are priced for perfection, low interest rates should allow the maintenance of current multiples, which could expand further if the recovery continues into 2021.
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