U.K. Financial Assets Are Extremely Cheap, Says StanChart's Robertsen

The video discusses the potential impacts of Brexit on UK financial assets, emphasizing the importance of staying involved in the market. It highlights the risks of an accidental hard Brexit, which could negatively affect the pound sterling. The discussion also covers the valuation of UK stocks compared to European assets, noting their attractiveness despite the UK's current account deficit.

What is the suggested approach towards UK financial assets in light of Brexit negotiations?

• Avoid involvement until a clear decision is made

• Start thinking about getting involved

• Invest only in non-UK assets

• Wait for a no-deal Brexit

What is considered a tail risk in the context of Brexit?

• Increased foreign investment in UK assets

• A successful Brexit deal

• An accidental hard Brexit

• A delay in the Brexit vote

How might an accidental hard Brexit affect the UK currency?

• Increase the value of the euro

• Cause the pound sterling to drop to flash crash lows

• Have no impact on the currency

• Strengthen the pound sterling

What is a key factor making UK financial assets attractive despite risks?

• Strong domestic investment

• Attractive dividend yield by global standards

• Low dividend yield

• High current account surplus

What is the relationship between UK stocks and European stocks as discussed?

• UK stocks are more expensive than European stocks

• UK stocks are valued higher than ever

• UK stocks are extremely cheap compared to European stocks

• UK stocks have no relation to European stocks