David Blake is joined by Anand Kwatra, Senior Investment Manager at Phoenix Group. They will be discussing alternatives to the PWLB, loan structures and the lending process.
Comparing PWLB maturity, EIP and annuity loans helps local authorities match debt to asset lives, forecast cashflows, manage interest costs and control refinancing risk across a balanced portfolio strategy effectively.
Current market conditions may create debt prepayment and refinancing opportunities for local authorities, but only where the full financial, accounting and treasury impact supports the case.
The extension of the PWLB HRA rate to March 2027 provides local authorities with a valuable window to optimise borrowing strategies within their HRA business plans, balancing cost certainty, refinancing flexibility and policy risk. Careful alignment with the HRA CFR and prudent treasury management remain essential to ensure sustainable investment in housing stock.
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