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Banks rush to swap higher-risk credit assets for Bank of England cash

British banks are stepping up their game by putting forth more higher-risk assets as collateral at the Bank of England. This action marks a notable increase in the use of top-risk collateral, reaching levels not seen since March 2020. Unlike the European Central Bank, the central bank is willing to accept loan-backed securities, ensuring that it safeguards its interests through stringent risk management strategies.

2 Sep 2026 9:21 pm