United Kingdom
UK sells 10Y bonds at highest yield since 2008
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 21:01 UTC · 1 source
The UK government has sold 10-year government bonds at a yield of 4.9158%, marking the highest yield since the 2008 financial crisis. The syndication for the 2036 gilt raised a record £15 billion and attracted £148 billion in investor orders. This surge in yield reflects heightened market concerns about UK economic stability and borrowing costs amid global financial pressures. Analysts are closely monitoring the bond market for further signs of stress or investor sentiment shifts.
Key Details
Yield: 4.9158%
Amount raised: £15 billion
Investor orders: £148 billion
Sources
Prediction Markets
Cycle: Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 21:01 UTC · First reported: 20h ago



