It is early days to say who they will be. All is quiet, rosy and very pleasant. Stock prices are climbing to dizzy new heights and life is wonderful. Towards the end of this year and into the beginning of next, a change will take place. Disclosure of Y2K risks to shareholders and investors.
Bean counters have to quantify exposure.
Auditors unsure of their ground will fail to qualify the accounts of many companies. Y2K.Then the rumor mill will start to become more vocal. Cracks will appear in the polished presentations of company prospectuses and financial statements. 60 Minutes will start calling. By the end of 1998 and into 1999, questions will be asked.