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Global Market: Bank of England weighs leverage rule changes to boost gilt demand

Britain's government bond market could see a significant boost and borrowing costs slashed by over £1 billion annually if the Bank of England eases bank leverage rules. Major lenders are pushing for exemptions on government bonds, estimating substantial increases in gilt demand. However, former regulators warn this could weaken financial safeguards, prompting the central bank to explore alternative regulatory adjustments.

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Economic TimesLean R·2h ago
Global Market: Bank of England weighs leverage rule changes to boost gilt demand
Britain's government bond market could see a significant boost and borrowing costs slashed by over £1 billion annually if the Bank of England eases bank leverage rules. Major lenders are pushing for exemptions on government bonds, estimating substantial increases in gilt demand. However, former regulators warn this could weaken financial safeguards, prompting the central bank to explore alternative regulatory adjustments.
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