BoE says risk of ‘sharp correction’ in asset prices has risen

Drop in asset prices could trigger renewed “dysfunction” in core markets, central bank says

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The Bank of England warns asset prices are “stretched” and the risk of a “sharp correction” has risen, which could impact the functioning of the UK government bond (gilt) market.

“Conditions remain challenging,” the BoE said today (March 27), in a summary of the latest financial policy committee (FPC) meeting. “Global and geopolitical risks are high and have continued to increase.”

Despite these risks, markets have been buoyant, as investors predict a continued economic recovery and falling

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