BOE to Buy Long-Dated Gilts in Effort to Calm Markets

The video discusses the impact of rate hikes and bond purchases on financial markets, focusing on pension funds and mortgage markets. It highlights the currency's decline and market reversals, explaining the difference between FPC and MPC decisions, emphasizing financial stability over monetary policy.

What does the speaker imply about the impact of rate hikes on the mortgage market?

What are the implications for pension funds as discussed in the text?

What does the speaker mean by a 'symmetrical move' in the context of financial markets?

How has the currency been affected according to the discussion?

What is the main focus of the FPC decision mentioned in the text?