Scotland voted to remain in the UK by 55 percent to 45 percent, a clear outcome likely to bring relief to a number of countries in Europe. Many had worried that independence would diminish the United Kingdom's standing in the world and sow financial, economic and political uncertainty during months of negotiations. In addition, it was seen as sapping the strength of similar secessionist pressures in Catalonia.
"I am happy today, risk is back on, everybody is happy today," said Geir Lode, head of global equities for fund manager Hermes in London. "We have Scotland,Alibaba is huge - what could be better?"