Category: Bank of England

The ‘Perfect Storm’ Hanging Over Britain’s Public Debt

The New York Times – Business:
Bond investors are expected to scrutinize the results of critical local elections on Thursday as the war in the Middle East adds inflation pressure on the government.
Where in the World Is All That Gold Stored?

The New York Times – Business:
As central banks buy more gold, where to put all that heavy metal is an increasingly important question. Reserves must be secure and ready to trade in a crisis.
Why Countries Are Stocking Up on Gold

The New York Times – Business:
As risk has escalated, central banks have bought more gold to stash in reserve. A widening Middle East war could add to the urgency.
Rising Fuel Prices Could Force Excruciating Choices on Economic Policies

The New York Times – Business:
The European Central Bank and Bank of England were expected to hold interest rates steady on Thursday while searching for signs of possible longer-term damage.
Europe Braces for a Spike in Inflation

The New York Times – Business:
Investors are betting that the European Central Bank and the Bank of England will raise interest rates this year.
Central Banks Brace for Inflation as Energy Prices Surge

The New York Times – Business:
Traders now expect Europe’s central bankers to raise rates this year to address a sharp increase in inflation because of higher energy prices.
Central Banks Brace for Inflation as Energy Prices Surge

The New York Times – Business:
Traders now expect Europe’s central bankers to raise rates this year to address a sharp increase in inflation because of higher energy prices.
War-Induced Inflation Spike Looms Over Europe’s Economic Recovery

The New York Times – Business:
For months, the region has been encouraged by low inflation and better-than-expected economic growth. A disruption to energy supplies from the Middle East could knock it off course.