PAUL TEMPERTON CFA is a leading expert on the euro, Europe's single currency. This is his fifth book on the subject. Paul set up TIER (The Independent Economic Research Company) in 1993, having previously worked as an economist for the Bank of England and Merrill Lynch. He has advised governments, central banks, and companies in 26 different countries on the euro and its implications.
Paul is married with two children and lives in Buckinghamshire in the UK.
Preface.
Acknowledgements.
Introduction.
Sterling: A Brief History.
The Euro: An Even Briefer History.
What will the UK Gain by Joining the Euro?
What will the UK Lose by Joining the Euro?
Does the Euro Pass Mr Brown's Test?
Does the UK Pass the EU's Tests?
What is the 'Right' Exchange Rate?
Are Two Tests Enough?
The Bank of England and the ECB.
The Road Ahead.
The Changeover in the Retail Sector.
Staying Outside.
Is there a Way Out?
Conclusions.
Glossary.
Notes.
Index.