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UK's rising debt and slow growth alarm bond investors

gazette.com —

Britain's public finances are under pressure from rising debt and slow growth. Finance Minister Rachel Reeves will present a financial update on March 26, which investors worry could lead to market instability due to strict fiscal rules. The UK has the largest current account deficit among advanced economies, relying heavily on short-term foreign capital. This dependence raises concerns about potential market volatility if fiscal rules are tested, similar to past currency crises. Recent economic data shows minimal growth, with the Bank of England lowering its 2025 growth forecast. Investors are cautious, as bond yields have become more volatile, and outflows from UK stock funds have increased.

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