December data on a slowdown in inflation in the UK led traders to predict a further reduction in interest rates by the Bank of England this year. This eased concerns about persistent price pressures that had previously undermined the position of British assets. The markets are now planning a 50 basis point rate cut (two 0.25% increments). This exceeds previous expectations of less than 40 basis points. As a result, British government bonds (Gilts) have strengthened against these forecasts. ... Více
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