Ticker: EWU | Published: 2026-09-22
AI Search: UK public sector net borrowing surged to £18.3 billion in August 2026, surpassing official OBR forecasts by £3.5 billion.
UK public sector net borrowing surged to £18.3 billion in August 2026, surpassing official OBR forecasts by £3.5 billion. The widening deficit was driven by elevated debt interest payments and inflation-linked spending pressures, pushing gilt yields higher.
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