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What are the key issues in the US that are most likely to affect equities prices in 2014? First and foremost, the US will hit its debt limit in early February (once again) and it's likely to spark another Congressional debate. While Congress appears to be more inclined to negotiate... Show More

Looks like the US budget deal is going to easily pass Congress, for a change. After smoothly making it through the House, the Senate voted 67-33 to move the plan to a final vote. Basically, the bipartisan-negotiated budget deal will ease $63 billion in spending cuts. This agreement avoids most... Show More