· Andrew Bailey Wiki · Bank of England WikiMonetary policy and financial stability interventions in difficult times
Read full speech on bis.org ↗ContextSpeech at the G30 37th International Banking Seminar in Washington, weeks after the gilt market crisis; the Bank of England protects monetary and financial stability.
Why it mattersBailey explains the temporary bond purchases during the gilt crisis.
Problems raised
- Times are very difficult, especially for Ukraine.
- Market turmoil threatened UK financial stability.
- Tightening and bond purchases seem to conflict.
Solutions proposed
- Keep tightening monetary policy as needed.
- Use temporary targeted interventions for financial stability.
- Separate monetary and financial stability tools.