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From Gulf to gilts: opportunity in UK bonds?
The situation in the Middle East continues to drive markets, with tensions around the Strait of Hormuz keeping energy prices elevated. While oil grabs the headlines, another important market reaction is happening elsewhere: UK government bond (gilts) yields are now approaching 5% - levels not seen since the financial crisis. For long-term investors, this surge isn’t just a headline, it could represent a rare opportunity to secure attractive, tax-efficient returns.
This week, Jane Parry, Chief Marketing Officer is joined by Leah Bramwell, Head of Tailored Investment Solutions, to discuss:
- How the Strait of Hormuz-driven energy shock is feeding into inflation and interest rate expectations
- Why central banks are pausing but signalling very different paths ahead
- What’s behind the sharp move higher in UK gilt yields.
In a fast-moving environment, it’s easy to focus on the headlines. But often, the real story lies in how markets respond and where that creates opportunity.
If you have any feedback on this episode, the podcast overall or questions regarding future topics, please email [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you.
Investment involves risk. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up and you may not get back the amount originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
The information provided is not to be treated as specific advice. It has no regard for the specific investment objectives, financial situation or needs of any specific person or entity. It is accurate at the time of recording and is subject to change.
Canaccord Wealth is the trading name of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Limited (CGWL), CG Wealth Planning Limited (CGWPL) and Canaccord Genuity Wealth (International) Limited (CGWIL), which are all subsidiaries of Canaccord Genuity Group Inc.
CGWL and CGWPL are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (reference numbers: 194927 and 594155). CGWL and CGWPL are registered in England & Wales at 88 Wood Street, London, EC2V 7QR (numbers 03739694 and 08284862).
CGWIL is licensed and regulated by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission, the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority and the Jersey Financial Services Commission. CGWIL is registered in Guernsey no. 22761. Registered office: Dorey Court, Elizabeth Avenue, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 2HT.
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By Canaccord WealthThe situation in the Middle East continues to drive markets, with tensions around the Strait of Hormuz keeping energy prices elevated. While oil grabs the headlines, another important market reaction is happening elsewhere: UK government bond (gilts) yields are now approaching 5% - levels not seen since the financial crisis. For long-term investors, this surge isn’t just a headline, it could represent a rare opportunity to secure attractive, tax-efficient returns.
This week, Jane Parry, Chief Marketing Officer is joined by Leah Bramwell, Head of Tailored Investment Solutions, to discuss:
- How the Strait of Hormuz-driven energy shock is feeding into inflation and interest rate expectations
- Why central banks are pausing but signalling very different paths ahead
- What’s behind the sharp move higher in UK gilt yields.
In a fast-moving environment, it’s easy to focus on the headlines. But often, the real story lies in how markets respond and where that creates opportunity.
If you have any feedback on this episode, the podcast overall or questions regarding future topics, please email [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you.
Investment involves risk. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up and you may not get back the amount originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
The information provided is not to be treated as specific advice. It has no regard for the specific investment objectives, financial situation or needs of any specific person or entity. It is accurate at the time of recording and is subject to change.
Canaccord Wealth is the trading name of Canaccord Genuity Wealth Limited (CGWL), CG Wealth Planning Limited (CGWPL) and Canaccord Genuity Wealth (International) Limited (CGWIL), which are all subsidiaries of Canaccord Genuity Group Inc.
CGWL and CGWPL are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (reference numbers: 194927 and 594155). CGWL and CGWPL are registered in England & Wales at 88 Wood Street, London, EC2V 7QR (numbers 03739694 and 08284862).
CGWIL is licensed and regulated by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission, the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority and the Jersey Financial Services Commission. CGWIL is registered in Guernsey no. 22761. Registered office: Dorey Court, Elizabeth Avenue, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 2HT.