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UK Gilts Fall Following Prime Minister Burnham's Comments on Fiscal Policy Flexibility

Bloomberg ·
  • UK government bonds (gilts) extended their retreat on Monday, with 10-year yields rising as much as seven basis points to 5.02%.
  • The market reaction followed remarks from Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who stated he would seek 'any flexibility' regarding the government's fiscal rules.
  • Investors are concerned that this approach to fiscal policy will lead to an increase in the United Kingdom's national debt load.

Quotes

“any flexibility”— Andy Burnham

Sources

UK Gilts Fall Following Prime Minister Burnham's Comments on Fiscal Policy Flexibility — Heurist Finance