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Global Market: UK 10-year gilt yields hit highest level since 2008 as oil prices stoke inflation fears
Economic Times — Markets✓
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UK government bond yields increased significantly on Tuesday, pushing the 10-year gilt yield to its highest point since 2008. The rise was driven by climbing oil prices that heightened concerns regarding ongoing inflation.
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The surge in UK gilt yields reflects growing market anxiety over inflation driven by energy costs, which directly impacts borrowing costs for the government and consumers.
UK government bond yields surged on Tuesday, with the 10-year gilt yield hitting its highest level since 2008 as rising oil prices revived inflation concerns. The 10-year yield climbed to around 5.23%, while the two-year yield rose to 4.59%.
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