– Scottish Independence ‘Yes’ Vote Is A “High Risk” Event, Citi Warns (ZeroHedge, Aug 23, 2014):
A “Yes” vote for Scottish independence represents a “high risk” event according to Citi’s Michael Saunders. With the so-called ‘neverendum’ now less than a month away, Citi continues to highlight three particular concerns if Scotland does vote for independence: Scotland’s relatively weak fiscal position, Scotland’s large banking system and uncertainties over the currency arrangements of an independent Scotland. The Scottish Government seems to be seeking a policy of “sterlingisation” – which even their economic advisors judge “is not likely to be a long-term solution.” For now a “no” vote is most likely, however, even if the Scottish referendum does not pass, the UK political landscape is likely to remain in a state of flux.
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