Muted Pound Reaction Shows Uncertainty in Starmer Speculation

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The market reaction to speculation over Prime Minister Keir Starmer's future is muted, with uncertainty and monetary policy divergence with the EU contributing to the lack of clarity on UK assets.

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Speculation over the future of Prime Minister Keir Starmer is adding to pressure on the pound and gilts, but the market reaction is relatively muted in context, with monetary policy divergence with the EU also playing a part. Morwenna Coniam speaks to Bloomberg's Opening Trade anchors about the lack of clarity and what it means for UK assets. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Original article published by Bloomberg on February 9, 2026.
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