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To: SBerglowe who wrote (34992)5/23/2000 9:47:00 PM
From: Lymond  Respond to of 42523
 
Given such a scenario, probably. At the end of the day, all financial intermediaries would likely be hurt. It's impossible to speculate to what extent the overall system would be damaged; we can only imagine, depending on the circumstances.

But do not underestimate the ability of these institutions to protect themselves. For every buyer, there is a seller after all.



To: SBerglowe who wrote (34992)5/23/2000 10:45:00 PM
From: LLCF  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 42523
 
<What if there was a systemic financial crises caused by currency collapse and a subsequent stampede in gold. Would that not be unsettling to the gold market derivative game, and could that not cause a clamitous scandal as well as financial ruin?>

Subject 15208

Go talk to Ron Reece, he knows all about that stuff.

DAK


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