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UK Borrowing Costs Reach Record High

Updated 2026-09-01 12:10 UTC 1 source Negative

UK long-term borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 2008, with the yield on 30-year gilts hitting its peak in nearly three decades. This comes ahead of the October Budget, raising concerns about potential economic impacts.

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The yield on 30-year gilts hit its highest level since 1998
2026-09-01 11:59 UTC
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