Bank Valuations Have Been Driven by Yield Curve, Goldman's Kostin Says

The video discusses the relationship between banks' performance and the 10-year Treasury yield, emphasizing the yield curve's shape as a key valuation driver. It highlights the impact of the US economy's deceleration on financials and the banking system. Despite challenges, positives like bank share repurchases and loan growth are noted. The outlook for 2019 suggests continued yield curve flattening, posing challenges for the financial sector.

What are the expectations for the yield curve in 2019 according to the economics colleagues mentioned?

What has been the trend regarding the flattening of the yield curve?