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When will UK interest rates fall? Latest Bank of England predictions
Briefings The Bank of England has kept interest rates at 5.25% for almost nine months. But when could the base rate go down?
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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UK food price inflation rate ‘lowest level in two years’, British Retail Consortium finds
News Food price inflation is at its slowest rate since March 2022, according to the BRC. It also found non-food products have gone into deflation.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
Explainer Inflation has tumbled over the past year, but remains above the Bank of England's target. So, what is it - and how does it affect your personal finances?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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UK inflation: consumer price index release dates
UK inflation has fallen from its peak and is currently at 3.2%. When is the next Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, and will inflation continue to slow down?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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ONS wage growth data puts Bank of England UK interest rate cuts into doubt, analysts warn
News ONS wage growth data has shown earnings are continuing to rise at an inflation-busting rate. It means cuts to the base rate may come later in the summer
By Henry Sandercock Published
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UK GDP growth 'could keep interest rates high', analysts warn
News UK GDP growth was registered as being 0.1% in February. But, there are concerns it could delay Bank of England interest rate cuts.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Could a rise in US interest rates hike the Bank of England base rate?
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has warned US interest rates could rise due to inflation. But what impact could this have on the Bank of England’s decision-making?
By Henry Sandercock Published
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GDP figures: UK economy grew in January – is the recession over already?
News Official figures show the UK economy rose in the first month of the year after falling into a recession at the end of 2023. How long will the recovery last?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Spring Budget: a very British affair?
Hunt announces the launch of a British ISA plus a British Savings Bonds as he boasts the growing investment opportunities in the UK. But will savers buy into it?
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published