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Why are UK borrowing costs rising and what does it mean for me?
Some government borrowing costs have hit their highest level for 28 years - what does it mean for you?
September 2, 2026UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest since 2008 ahead of October Budget
The yield on 30-year gilts hit its highest level since 1998, adding to the pressure on government spending.
September 1, 2026Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs on oil, AI and inflation
Interest rates on long-term US, UK, German and Japanese government debt have soared.
August 18, 2026UK long-term borrowing costs reach 28-year high
There have been extra jitters in UK government debt markets ahead of Thursday's local and national elections.
May 5, 2026Warning UK borrowing rise makes energy bill help harder
Economists say UK government finances are in a worse position than before the government's last energy support package in 2022.
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Why are UK borrowing costs rising and what does it mean for me?
UK government borrowing costs have been rising, with some now at their highest level since 1998 as investors around the world worry about inflation. Why is this happening and how does it affect you?
UK long-term borrowing costs highest since 1998 ahead of October Budget
Long-term government borrowing costs have risen to a 28-year high, putting further pressure on Prime Minister Andy Burnham ahead of his first Budget next month. The yield on a 30-year gilt — a loan t
Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs on oil, AI and inflation
Long-term borrowing costs across some of the word's biggest economies hit fresh highs because of concerns over inflation, government debt levels and spending on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The inte
Warning UK borrowing rise makes energy bill help harder
An unexpected rise in UK borrowing and higher government debt costs means government help with energy bills, which are predicted to rise due to the Iran war, is less likely, economists have said. Bor