Italy is a worry - but 3 reasons not to be concerned about an Itexit

Shane Oliver, Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist.

The following note looks at the 3 reasons not to be concerned about an Itexit

The key points are as follow:

  • A populist coalition government in Italy is negative for Italian assets. Lingering uncertainty about a push for Italy to exit the Euro is likely a negative for the Euro too, though an Itexit and a Euro break up remain unlikely.
  • Eurozone shares are likely to be relative outperformers globally thanks to more attractive valuations than the US, easier monetary policy and a falling Euro.

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