US presidential elections have taken a swing towards Clinton and markets may be noticing. The post-DNC convention bounce seems bigger than the one seen in the RNC. Trump’s ill-advised remarks against the parents of a fallen soldier have an impact in the polls. Markets would normally prefer a Republican president, but in these elections, the nominee is a wildcard, especially when comparing to Clinton, a well-known public figure which represents stability. Higher chances of a Clinton victory could improve the market mood and aid USD/JPY.
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