Brexit News Archive: 28 Feb 2016

EUR/USD a sell? - Socgen

Kit Juckes, economist at Societe Generale explained that the smallest EUR short since 2014 however, comes as the inflation divergence acts as a reminder of the US/European economic divide, something that hasn't been talked about so much recently but, along with the drag on the Euro from 'Brexit' fears, can ...

FXStreet / FX Street | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 21:23:13

A Brexit Miracle: EU Both and "On the Rocks"

The Economist, a magazine that has swung from classical liberalism to Davos liberalism and beyond, makes the case against Brexit here. It'll be worth considering some of the arguments at length as the referendum campaign drags on, but for now it is worth pointing out a contradiction, a scare and ...

Andrew Stuttaford / National Review | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 19:48:20

ANALYST: 'Brexit' poses risks to corporate America that most people are ignoring (USD, GBP)

Wall Street is not paying much attention to the "Brexit" drama, or the June 23 referendum Britain will hold on whether to remain a member of the European Union. But the biggest political story in the United Kingdom right now could have significant implications for corporate America, according to Joseph ...

Akin Oyedele / Money Game | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 15:39:00

Britain could quit EU -- why America cares

Britain will vote on whether to leave the European Union in a national referendum on June 23 that could have profound implications for the United States.

Alastair Jamieson / MSNBC | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 14:37:56

(Mildly) against Brexit

Like most economists, I'm minded to oppose Brexit. This isn't because I'm an admirer of the EU: it is an unlovely institution. I'm as unmoved by appeals to European ideals as I am by talk of sovereignty or British national...

chris / Stumbling and Mumbling | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 12:13:09

Farage plays down Ukip splits

Ukip leader insists that immigration, not the economy, must be heart of Brexit campaign

FT | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 12:00:47

Scientists fear for funds in event of Brexit

Academics warn Britain could lose its position as Europe's research hub

FT | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 10:52:37

To stay in or go out, that is the question for U.K.

The case for Britain remaining in the EU is overwhelming. If Britain were to make the mistake of voting for "Brexit" there would be rejoicing in the Kremlin and among right-wing anti-EU parties across Europe. The post To stay in or go out, that is the question for U.K. appeared ...

Hugh Cortazzi / Japan Times | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 10:45:58

Battle of Brexit divides fund managers

Many asset managers back leaving the EU, but the banking and insurance industries are pro Europe

FT | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 09:18:15

Britain's pro-EU firms should put their mouths where their money is

Rather than adding their name to inane letters, businesses should spell out their views before June's referendum. That could spark a whole new class of debate In or out? It's time to shake a few more ideas about. More than 200 business leaders have signed a letter calling for Britain ...

Guardian Staff / Guardian | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 09:00:18

Mervyn King: new financial crisis is 'certain' without reform of banks

The former Bank of England governor says in his new book that imbalances in the global economy makes a crash inevitable Another financial crisis is "certain" and will come sooner rather than later, the former Bank of England governor has warned. Related: G20 concludes Brexit would 'shock' world economy, George ...

Press Association / Guardian | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 05:43:39

From farming to sport and from the environment to science, what would Brexit mean for everyday life?

Much of the early debate in the EU referendum campaign has revolved around economics. And while no one can know precisely the impact of leaving the EU, it would be likely to have huge repercussions on many other aspects of UK life The EU referendum on 23 June will take ...

Daniel Boffey, Toby Helm and Lisa Bachelor / Guardian | Sun, 28 Feb 2016 00:02:06

Ryanair calls for big Yes vote in Brexit referendum

Low-cost airline Ryanair, carrying over 105m customers annually, has called for a big Yes vote in the European UK referendum on June 23. Ryanair, which employs over 3,000 people across its 13 airport bases, and carries over 35m customers between the UK and Europe each year, has confirmed it will ...

Times of Malta | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 23:01:03

Are The Lower Classes Finally Free to Express Themselves? Trump & Brexit Editions

Glenn Reynolds of Instapundit looks at how the Trump phenomenon in America and the push for British exit from the EU are challenging longstanding conventions about who is allowed to express themselves in what ways. In each case, pro-Trump and pro-Brexit attitudes were once identified largely (and erroneously) with lower-income ...

Hit & Run | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 16:56:00

Infrastructure Chief: Brexit Would Be A Waste

The boss of one of the UK's biggest recycling groups tells Sky News that Brexit would threaten future infrastructure investment.

Sky | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 16:54:55

U.S. Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew Says U.K. Should Remain in EU

U.S. Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew waded into controversial U.K. politics, saying Britain should stay in the European Union and avoid a so-called "Brexit."

WSJ | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 13:39:52

The Brexit Won't Happen, Buy The British Pound

Seeking Alpha | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 13:11:06

G20: Brexit would be a 'shock'

Finance ministers from the wealthiest nations have warned against Britain leaving the European Union.

CNN | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 13:05:15

Everything Will Be Called Into Question: Belgian Prime Minister Talks Brexit

Charles Michel talks to The Wall Street Journal about the U.K., migration, terrorism and corporate taxation. A transcript.

Matthias Verbergt, Stephen Fidler and Laurence Norman / WSJ Brussels | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 12:43:31

Osborne pushes Brexit onto G20 list of risks to global economy

SHANGHAI, Feb 27 (Reuters) - British finance minister George Osborne pushed to include the risk of Britain leaving the European Union onto the list of risks to the global economy agreed by financial...

Reuters | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 11:10:20

G20 warns on the perils of Brexit

Adding Brexit to list of global risks is victory for Remain campaign

FT | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 10:50:45

G20: Brexit 'shock' to global economy

Finance ministers from the world's leading economies warn of a "shock" to the global economy if the UK leaves the European Union.

BBC | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 10:09:49

FTSE bosses and union leaders support Britain remaining in the EU - for very different reasons

As expected, a host of business heavyweights have come out in favour of Britain staying in Europe. In a letter published in Tuesday's Times, almost 200 business leaders call for Brits to vote to stay in the European Union in the upcoming referendum on membership. The signatories include executives at ...

Oscar Williams-Grut / Business Insider | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 09:57:00

G20 appears set to warn on perils of Brexit

Draft communiqué points to victory for UK in winning warning

FT | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 08:37:48

How would post-Brexit trade deals actually work?

A hotly debated issue in the Brexit debate is the extent to which Britain will be able to negotiate bilateral trade deals in case it exits the European Union. How quickly and how effectively can that be done? Christopher Gray considers the different scenarios. While the outcomes of such negotiations ...

Blog Admin / EUROPP | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 08:10:56

A Brexit has the potential to kill off RBS

The banks are worried about Britain leaving the European Union - known as a Brexit - and it could see the end of the Royal Bank of Scotland. Why? - because not only would it have to deal with the economic fallout like the rest of the sector, it is ...

Lianna Brinded / Business Insider | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 08:00:00

Brexit 'could pose a risk to the world economy', says draft G20 communique

Finance ministers meeting in Shanghai have warned about the danger of Britain leaving the EU and beggar they neighbour currency wars, Reuters reports Britain's possible exit from the European Union would pose a risk to the world economy, according to a leaked draft communique from the G20 finance ministers summit ...

Martin Farrer and agencies / Guardian | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 05:40:06

Analysts on Brexit, EPS Recession, Durable Goods Sales

Analysts on Brexit, EPS Recession, Durable Goods Sales Dour Outlooks for the EU, Corporate Earnings, and U.S. Manufacturing SalesAnalysts on Brexit, EPS Recession, Durable Goods Sales Dour Outlooks for the EU, Corporate Earnings, and U.S. Manufacturing Sales

Barrons | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 05:03:14

Brexit Havens: Unilever and ARM

Investors face months of volatility in the run-up to Britain's referendum on the EU. The consumer-products giant and chip developer offer refuge.

Barrons | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 05:02:42

Cameron warns of Brexit threat to jobs in Northern Ireland

British prime minister highlights importance of the EU to Northern Irish farmers

Irish Times | Sat, 27 Feb 2016 01:00:00

Brexit gif

Brexit GIF The post Brexit gif appeared first on The Center of the Universe .

WARREN MOSLER / Center of the Universe | Fri, 26 Feb 2016 23:11:53

Brexit - leap in the dark

A leap in the dark - that is how David Cameron, the British Prime Minister, described a possible vote by the British electorate in the June referendum in favour of the UK leaving the European Union. Cameron's deal with Brussels covers four main areas. Emergency brake - This consists of ...

Louis Cilia / Times of Malta | Fri, 26 Feb 2016 23:01:07

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