Future Volatility As if the past few years have not been tumultuous enough, markets must now brace for what could be intensified volatility in the weeks ahead. No matter which side loses in next month’s U.S. elections, there is likely to be a lot of political angst and outrage. While the warning that Mr. Trump will not freely vacate the White House if he loses is likely wrong, the policy measures he takes in the remaining months of his term could be dramatic. Most departing presidents grant pardons, speed up draft regulations and sometimes leave boobytraps for successors from the opposing party; this fall could be more active than normal. Plus, it appears that politicians are leaving the passage of a second COVID relief package until...

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