Everything you need to know about Gilts

Facts & Information about Gilts & Government Bonds

Learn about the benefits, risks, and latest trends in investing in Gilts and Government Bonds

Buy & Sell Gilts
Gilts, or gilt edged UK government bonds can be bought from high street banks, from an independent stock broker or purchased directly from the government's Debt Management Office gilt auctions.
Gilts Analysis
Analysing gilts and government bonds involves considering a range of factors, including the yield curve, credit risk, inflation risk, and the role of the central bank.
Investing
If you decide to invest in gilts then you are investing your money in the stock market. While gilts are associated with the UK government, it is also possible to buy this type of bond from a high street bank or an individual stock broker.
Market Overview
Gilts are an important component of the UK bond market and are widely used as a benchmark for other fixed-income securities.
What are Gilts?
Gilts are government bonds used to make loans to companies, the government and local authorities, the bonds carry a twice annually fixed rate of interest and the capital is paid back at the end of an agreed, stated period.
Resources
There are many resources available to help you learn more about gilts and keep up to date with the latest news and trends in this market.
DMO Gilt Purchase
The Debt Management Office is a UK government agency responsible for managing the country's debt and issuing gilts.
Gilts Glossary
Confused by some of the terms associated with Gilts and Government Bonds? Read our Glossary of terms.