Retail investors’ participation in the gilt market – Bank Underground
Banking

Retail investors’ participation in the gilt market – Bank Underground

Jan 16, 2026

Sarah Munson and Callum Ashworth In recent years, retail investors’ demand for UK government bonds (gilts) has increased, marking a change in the composition of market participants. The growth of...

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Our top five posts of 2025 – Bank Underground
Banking

Our top five posts of 2025 – Bank Underground

Jan 10, 2026

Bank Underground is a blog for Bank of England staff to share views that challenge – or support – prevailing policy orthodoxies. The views expressed here are those of the...

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The Bank Underground Christmas Quiz 2025 – Bank Underground
Banking

The Bank Underground Christmas Quiz 2025 – Bank Underground

Dec 19, 2025

Bank Underground is about to take a break for the festive season. In keeping with tradition, we are pleased to present the annual Bank Underground Christmas Quiz! This year, it’s...

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