Then I would like to talk about the consequences of the current crisis for Austria, and the policy measures which have already been taken to stabilize the situation in Europe in general and in my country in particular. Finally, I want to share some ideas with you on how we might prevent such a crisis in the future.
While incumbent foreign holders of Sterling assets have suffered a valuation loss, the decline in Sterling may entice new foreign investors attracted by the decline in the relative price of UK assets.