UK Markets Spooked Again: Markets Live

The video discusses the Bank of England's decision to stop asset purchases, causing market concerns. It reviews past instances of EM-like trading in UK assets during the 2009 financial crisis and 2016 Brexit vote, highlighting the Bank's role in stabilizing markets through balance sheet expansion. The current challenge is balancing financial instability with inflation control, as central banks face different economic conditions now compared to the past.

What were the two previous instances of EM-like trading in UK assets mentioned in the text?

What concerns do markets have regarding the Bank of England's decision to put a 'line in the sand'?

How did the Bank of England respond during the previous bouts of financial stress in 2009 and 2016?

What is the current situation regarding inflation and the Bank of England's ability to provide liquidity?

In what ways do central banks need to balance financial instability and their credibility?