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ECB Raises Interest Rates and Lifts Inflation Forecasts
The European Central Bank increased rates for the first time since 2023 and now sees inflation hitting 3% in 2026.
ECB Rate Decision: What to Expect on June 11
After inflation jumped in May, economists and traders widely expect a rate hike on Thursday, while the central bank’s new inflation forecast is in focus.
Should You Invest in Inflation-Linked Bonds Now?
Inflation-linked bonds can insulate a portfolio from avoidable losses as inflation threatens to creep even higher due to the Iran war.
UK Corporate Bonds Are Opening Up to Retail Investors—But Are the Risks Worth It?
A vibrant retail bond market could be positive, say managers, but they urge investors to understand the risks.
What to Watch in Stocks and Bonds as Markets Turn Optimistic on Iran
Markets are discounting the Iran War but beware the June pullback, says Neil Wilson, UK investor strategist at Saxo.
Sterling and Bonds Slide on Prospect of Andy Burnham Leadership Bid
As pressure mounts on Keir Starmer, UK markets price in political risk.
The Labour Party’s Succession Battle: Why Investors Are Paying Attention
With Wes Streeting launching a leadership bid against Prime Minister Keir Starmer, bringing yet more political instability to the UK, investors will be closely watching gilt yields in the coming weeks and months.
How Portfolio Diversification Works in Inflationary Periods
Some asset classes tend to fare better than others when inflation is higher than average.
UK Bond Yields Hit 1998 High as Keir Starmer Faces Resignation Calls
Gilt yields surge past 5% and the FTSE 100 falls as investors price in political instability and a potential shift in fiscal policy.
Q2 European Bonds Outlook: Will the Bond Market Rebound from Iran War Selloff?
The crisis in the Middle East has radically changed interest rate expectations, driving down bond prices, but the market may have misjudged the ECB’s future moves.
UK Government Bond Yields Spike as Iran War Upends Interest Rate Outlook
Bond managers say the selloff could create opportunities for investors, with two- and 10-year gilt yields near six-month highs.
Central Banks Are Cutting Rates—Will This Send Long-Term Government Bonds Into Crisis?
Bond yields have risen despite interest rate cuts and may no longer protect investors from market risks.
EUR Corporate Bond Funds in 2026: Where Are Managers Investing Now?
From Schroders to Morgan Stanley, leading fund managers reveal how they’re navigating high valuations and steady inflows into euro investment-grade credit.
Markets Bet on March Rate Cut as BoE Governor Focuses on ‘Good News’
Falling inflation is paving the way for lower borrowing costs, and the timeline for rate cuts has shifted.
Japanese Bond Selloff: We See Risk of Future Fiscal Constraint But Limited Impact on Equities
Should the market correct further on bond worries, we look forward to buying opportunities.
What to Expect From This Week’s Bank of England Interest Rates Meeting
First monetary policy meeting of the year comes after an uptick in UK inflation at the end of 2025.
Bank of England Could Cut Interest Rates 4 Times in 2026, Jupiter Bond Managers Say
With UK inflation set to ease and growth slowing, fund managers argue markets are underestimating the scale of potential BoE rate cuts.
How to Generate Steady Income in 2026
Plus, balancing the risks and rewards to produce predictable payouts.
Top Picks Among Sterling Corporate Bond Funds
Funds by Royal London, BlackRock, M&G, and Vanguard stand out.
Why 2026 Could be Another Good Year for UK Bond Investors
Interest rate cuts could drive positive returns, but investors should expect volatility around political risks.
