UK Gilt Yields Dip as Oil Prices Retreat

2026-07-10 07:44 By Joana Ferreira 1 min. read

UK 10-year gilt yields fell to 4.89%, retreating from one-month highs and tracking a drop in crude prices as US-Iran peace talks continue despite recent hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz.

Earlier this week, Brent crude had surged to two-week highs after US President Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over, though he noted Tehran’s continued interest in a deal.

With the UK more reliant on energy imports than many of its neighbors, its markets remain particularly sensitive to oil price fluctuations.

Despite the daily decline, gilt yields rose 10 basis points over the week, driven by expectations of a Bank of England rate hike later this year.

Money markets are pricing in at least one increase, with a 25% chance of a second.

The shift comes as the UK prepares for a leadership transition, with Andy Burnham poised to become the Labour's leader on Friday, July 17, and set to formally assume the role of prime minister on Monday, July 20.



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UK Gilt Yields Dip as Oil Prices Retreat
UK 10-year gilt yields fell to 4.89%, retreating from one-month highs and tracking a drop in crude prices as US-Iran peace talks continue despite recent hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz. Earlier this week, Brent crude had surged to two-week highs after US President Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over, though he noted Tehran’s continued interest in a deal. With the UK more reliant on energy imports than many of its neighbors, its markets remain particularly sensitive to oil price fluctuations. Despite the daily decline, gilt yields rose 10 basis points over the week, driven by expectations of a Bank of England rate hike later this year. Money markets are pricing in at least one increase, with a 25% chance of a second. The shift comes as the UK prepares for a leadership transition, with Andy Burnham poised to become the Labour's leader on Friday, July 17, and set to formally assume the role of prime minister on Monday, July 20.
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