Scotland’s independence and the UK’s financial markets

If the Scottish people voted for independence next month, it would create a lot of uncertainty andprobably weaken investors’ appetite for Gilts, UK equities and sterling. Admittedly, the directeconomic and market consequences would probably be quite limited. But the indirectconsequences could be substantial.

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