Pension funds and others fear they will be charged a higher premium by custodians as a result.

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The table would suggest that a VIX premium of 45% to 55% might generate enough fear for a short-term bottom to be in place.

FORBES: Bottom Not Likely Yet

The real action now is in branded generics, which command a premium in many emerging markets due in part to the fear that unknown products might be fake or of dubious quality.

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The risk premium on Brazilian bonds has soared, leading some analysts to fear that the debt will become unserviceable.

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In that case, the double dip fear could continue hanging over the market, preventing the reduction in risk premium assumed in our non-recession scenario.

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Unlike the British, the Danes do not fear losing influence (what influence?) if they stay out, though they dislike paying an interest-rate premium for the privilege.

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