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When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% in September 2026. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting?
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Consumer Prices Index release dates: When will next inflation data be published?The UK’s inflation reports are published monthly. When do they come out and where are prices heading?
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Live: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75%. The move was in line with expert forecasts.
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Live: Inflation rises by 3.1% in AugustThe latest data from the ONS reveals inflation rose by 3.1% in the 12 months to August.
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Has China taken the lead on AI?Podcast A lot of negative things can be said about China’s economy, but there are still pockets of value to be found by investors.
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What will happen to UK interest rates in 2026?The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee held interest rates for the fifth consecutive time in July. Where will interest rates go next?
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UK inflation forecast: where are prices heading next?With conflict in the Middle East disrupting the global economy, inflation is now expected to rise in the UK. What’s next for prices?
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‘With the CPTPP, Britain doesn’t need an EU reset’The CPTPP trade pact presents a far more lucrative opportunity for Britain than cosying up to the EU, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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UK economy unexpectedly grows in July – was AI responsible?The director of economic statistics at the ONS said a strong showing from computer programming within the services sector helped drive growth.
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