We expect USD strength to persist into year-end, aided by relative economic outperformance and the sbsence of QE3. Our base case of a compromise on the impending fiscal cliff is consistent with limited Fed easing. However, the election and the risks from the fiscal cliff will likely lead to increased political uncertainty and market volatility. We suggest buying CAD volatility as a hedge against this heightened uncertainty.
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