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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
The Bank of England cut interest rates twice in 2024, bringing the base rate to 4.75%. What can we expect in 2025?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Royal Mail takeover by Czech billionaire approved for £3.6bn
Royal Mail is now owned by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, following a £3.6 billion takeover
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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Interest rate live updates: Bank of England keeps rates on hold
The Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold at 4.75% in the final Monetary Policy Committee meeting of 2024. Follow MoneyWeek for live updates and analysis
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Live: UK inflation rises to 2.6%
The rate of inflation has risen for the second month in a row, making an interest rate cut even less likely from the Bank of England tomorrow. Full coverage as it happens from MoneyWeek.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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UK inflation: Consumer Prices Index release dates
UK inflation rose to 2.6% in November, driven by transport costs falling less rapidly than a year ago. When is the next Consumer Prices Index (CPI) report and what is the outlook for inflation?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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UK GDP: Economy shrinks again for second month
The economy shrank in October and barely grew on a three-month basis, the latest UK GDP figures show
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?
The rate of inflation could rise to 2.6% when November’s data is released next week. But where is inflation heading over the next few years?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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'The most important factor in UK's growth problem gets no airtime'
What is the UK's biggest economic problem? Author Andrew Craig explores the shrinking domestic stock market
By Andrew Craig Published
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London Stock Exchange exodus: which companies could be next to go?
As many companies exit London, the steady trickle of stocks listing elsewhere could turn into a stampede. Who will be next, and what does this mean for investors?
By Max King Last updated