The UK banking system is expected to experience a shift from a liquidity surplus to a deficit this week. This change is primarily driven by outflows for advance tax payments and Goods and Services Tax (GST). While this marks an end to over two months of surplus, market experts anticipate a recovery in October, supported by government spending. Despite the anticipated dip, minimal impact is expected on short-term bond yields.
The banking system, after enjoying a liquidity surplus for over two months, is expected to move into deficit this week due to advance tax payments and GST outflows, according to market experts. As of Thursday, the liquidity surplus stood at Rs 1.96 trillion, based on data from the RBI.
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FAQ :
Banking liquidity is expected to decline from a surplus to a deficit due to outflows for advance tax payments and Goods and Services Tax (GST).
The banking system has enjoyed a liquidity surplus for over two months.
A rebound in liquidity is expected in October, with government spending anticipated to boost the surplus.
Bond market participants predict minimal impact on short-term bond yields, partly due to the cancellation of treasury bill auctions in September.
The RBI manages liquidity by balancing both infusion and withdrawal as needed, ensuring rates remain stable despite fluctuations in surplus levels.
The weighted average money market rate hovered just below the repo rate of 6.50%, settling at 6.47% on Friday.