Carney Faces ‘Brexit’ Risk Grilling

The transcript discusses the EU referendum and its potential impact on markets, focusing on the role of Mark Carney and the Bank of England. It explores market reactions, particularly in the pound and European bond markets, and highlights key Brexit-related buzzwords. The discussion also covers central bankers' perspectives on Brexit and its implications for the European economy.

What is one of the main challenges Mark Carney faces in discussing the EU referendum?

• Providing detailed economic forecasts

• Discussing the impact on global markets

• Avoiding technical jargon

• Answering questions without taking a stance

Which asset showed movement in response to the EU referendum?

• Oil

• US Treasury bonds

• Gold

• The pound

What geopolitical event is mentioned as influencing the European bond market?

• Middle East conflict

• Turkey story

• North Korea tensions

• US-China trade war

What is a potential consequence of Brexit on the UK economy?

• Increase in interest rates

• Decrease in currency value

• Improved trade relations

• Higher inflation

How might central bankers respond to economic instability caused by Brexit?

• By increasing taxes

• By adjusting interest rates

• By reducing government spending

• By implementing trade barriers