Bank of America CEO Moynihan says the consumer is doing well and will keep US economy going

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His comments come amid increasing fears of a potential economic recession. This has led investors to lower their exposure to riskier assets such as stocks in favor of traditionally safer Treasurys, pushing yields lower and depressing bank stocks.

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