Pound and Gilts Affected by Rise in UK Borrowing
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 19 2025
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Source: Reuters
Pound and Bond Market Reaction: The pound is experiencing its largest two-day drop since July, falling 0.5% to $1.349, amid rising UK public borrowing and unchanged interest rates from the Bank of England, which is struggling to balance growth and inflation.
Public Borrowing and Economic Outlook: UK public sector borrowing reached £83.8 billion, exceeding forecasts, prompting concerns over potential tax increases in the upcoming budget as retailers express worries about consumer spending due to a weakening job market.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
