EU exit threatens 'standard of living', says Pimco chief

clock

Britain risks seeing its standard of living hit if it leaves the European Union, according to the head of the world's largest bond fund.

Mohamed El-Erian, chief executive of Pimco, warned that David Cameron would need a 'Plan B' to limit the impact on the economy if the UK were to exit the EU. "Whichever way you look at this, Prime Minister David Cameron has materially increased the probability that, beyond 2017, Poland rather than the UK will be among the three largest economies defining the scale and scope of European regional integration. "Let's hope that he also has a Plan B that would limit the potential downside to Britain's standard of living," Mr El-Erian wrote in Fortune magazine. The warning followed the p...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Economics / Markets

More than half of IFAs feel negative about a potential Labour govt

More than half of IFAs feel negative about a potential Labour govt

Advisers favour Conservatives when it comes to their clients and business

Isabel Baxter
clock 09 May 2024 • 2 min read
Elections and advice: Planning in political and legislative uncertainty

Elections and advice: Planning in political and legislative uncertainty

‘It should not be based on speculation, always plan on current legislation’

Isabel Baxter
clock 08 May 2024 • 3 min read
'Discussion-worthy stuff': Chinese assets under pressure

'Discussion-worthy stuff': Chinese assets under pressure

China has an 18% share of global GDP and only a 3% MSCI ACWI weighting

Chris Justham
clock 02 April 2024 • 2 min read