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UK Borrowing Costs Hit Highest Since 2008 Amid Inflation and Spending Fears
UK borrowing costs have reached their highest level since 2008, with interest rates on government debt climbing due to fears about inflation, interest rates, and public spending, leading to expectations of further rises in mortgage rates.
20 Mar, 14:55 — 20 Mar, 18:20
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BBCHigh28d ago
UK borrowing costs hit highest level since 2008 financial crisis
The interest rate on government debt is climbing over fears about inflation, interest rates, and public spending, experts have said.
Read full article →FTVery High28d ago
UK borrowing costs reach highest level since 2008 as economic hit from war mounts
Ten-year gilt yield jumps to 5% as fears over inflation shock intensify
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First report: BBC · 20 Mar, 14:55|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h
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