UK Bond Bulls Unfazed by Latest Bout of Market Turmoil
Mike Riddell, who manages around $1.2 billion at Fidelity International, added a new position in 20-year gilts on Wednesday as speculation over a possible exit by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves spurred a market slump.
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