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On March 23, the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) announced its intent to acquire investment grade corporate bonds. The purpose of the communication was to support a market in which sharp price declines were threatening to disrupt the normal functioning of primary (new issue) and secondary market activities. On April 9, the Fed announced an expanded definition of bonds eligible for purchase to include those with investment grade ratings as of March 23, even if they had since been downgraded to high yield, as long as they remain in the BB category.

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5 things to know about Chinese and emerging market stocks


Sr. Investment Strategist Invesco Thought Leadership
May 26, 2020
Subject | Coronavirus impact | Institutional | Macro views

As the world remains in the grip of the coronavirus, we’ve received many questions about the outlook for Chinese and emerging market (EM) stocks – as China was ground zero for the pandemic. First and foremost, we’re asked what the challenges and opportunities are for that country and region?

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Need some good news? Markets, economy do offer some


Global Market Strategist, North America
May 21, 2020
Subject | Coronavirus impact | Institutional | Macro views

John Krasinksi of The Office and Jack Ryan fame recently initiated a web series entitled “Some Good News.” It’s a news program devoted entirely to good news. I wish I had thought of that. Since I didn’t, I’m left to borrow the concept. This blog, and subsequent ones in this series, will be devoted entirely to producing lists of good (or less bad) news. After all, as Dwight Schrute says in the episode of “The Office” in which Jim Halpert mockingly takes on Dwight’s persona, “Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. So, I thank you.”

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U.S.-China tensions could be the biggest risk to U.S. stocks this year


Global Market Strategist, Invesco Ltd.
May 19, 2020
Subject | Coronavirus impact | Institutional | Macro views

  • Webinar: Hear from Invesco’s thought leaders on COVID-19’s impact on the economy and investments, as well as a potential path to recovery, on May 20. Register now.

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