NS&I降低了Premium Bonds的利率,有可能减少2 400万持有者获得大额奖金的机会。 NS&I lowers Premium Bonds' interest rate, potentially reducing larger prize chances for 24 million holders.

国家储蓄和投资公司(NS&I)对保费债券进行了修改,这可能会减少赢得大奖的机会,影响到2 400万持有者。 National Savings & Investments (NS&I) has made changes to Premium Bonds that may reduce the chances of winning larger prizes, affecting 24 million holders. 保险费债券的利率从4%下降到3.8%,尽管每份1英镑债券的赢率仍为22 000比1。 The interest rate for Premium Bonds dropped from 4% to 3.8%, though the odds of winning remain at 22,000 to one for each £1 bond. 批评者认为,新税率竞争力较低,有些人建议使用计算器来评估潜在的回报率。 Critics suggest the new rates are less competitive, and some recommend using calculators to assess potential returns. NS&I今年可以提高奖励率,以吸引更多的资金。 NS&I could raise the prize rate this year to attract more funds.