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Definition of 'Auction'

The method by which the Bank of England issues gilts. In an auction the investors specify the amount they wish to purchase and the price they are prepared to pay. Successful applicants then pay the price that they offered.

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Auction Market Preffered Stock (AMPS)Allotment Price Non-Competitive Bid Reverse Auction

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