PM May's exit strategy holds up pound but political risks loom large
Sterling's recent recovery belies its vulnerability as current account deficit widens, sentiment swings
London
THE POUND may have rallied the most since the 1990s after Prime Minister Theresa May promised a parliamentary vote on taking the UK out of the European Union, but the currency isn't out of the woods yet.
Sterling strengthened against all major counterparts on Tuesday after Ms May pledged to quit the single market and instead seek a customs agreement with the bloc to deliver "a smooth and orderly Brexit".
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