21 NOVEMBER 1863, Page 3

Although the whole of the fresh arrivals of bullion have

been taken for export purposes, and although nearly 360,000/. in gold has been withdrawn from the Bank of England, the present week's return is somewhat favourable. The decrease in the stock of bullion is only 41,163/., and the reserve has increased by 286,1921. The Directors have, therefore, made no further change in their minimum rate for accommodation. In the open market, however, the lowest quotation for money is 6 per cent., with an active inquiry.