How real are the risks of a double dip in the United States?

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One-third said the risks of a double-dip recession have increased.

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While there are still risks of a double-dip recession and a freezing up of the credit markets, UBS notes that companies have more cash on hand now than they did when the credit markets were shut in 2008 and early 2009.

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At present the options to reduce their risks are limited - a double mastectomy or having their ovaries removed.

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Two weeks ago, I wrote about the greatest risks being the opportunities not taken in my article Double Dare: Will You Begin A New Business in 2013?

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Despite the risks, Japanese banks are buying ten-year Treasurys and earning double the yields available back home.

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