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Why the US debt drama is a catch-22 for equity markets

It’s a recipe for an ultimate disaster, but investors are confident that a deal on the US debt ceiling will be reached.

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Few things galvanise politicians into action like an impending financial meltdown.

US Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen, has warned the US government risks default as soon as June 1. AP

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