Bank of England
The latest news, updates and opinions on Bank of England from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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Why investors can no longer trust traditional statistical indicators
Opinion The statistical indicators and data investors have relied on for decades are no longer fit for purpose. It's time to move on, says Helen Thomas
By Helen Thomas Published
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
The Bank of England cut interest rates at its August meeting, but persistent inflation could mean a more cautious approach going forward
By Katie Williams Last updated
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When is the next Bank of England base rate meeting?
The Bank of England cut interest rates to 4% in August. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting and will interest rates fall further?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Halifax: House prices rise at fastest pace since start of year
The average UK house price jumped 0.4% in July, reaching £298,237, close to a record high, new house price index data shows. Will property prices increase further this year?
By Ruth Emery Published
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What to do with old £20 notes – how to exchange old notes and coins
We explain what to do with old £20 and £50 notes as they are no longer legal tender in the UK — plus where you can exchange them for new polymer banknotes
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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Retail bond paying 7.5% launches – should you buy it?
A new bond from care village operator Belong looks eye-catching but how do retail bonds work, and what are the risks?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Live: Bank of England holds UK interest rates at 4.5%
The Bank of England voted to hold UK interest rates at their current level of 4.5% in March, as widely anticipated, after inflation rose to 3% in January
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Bank of England cuts interest rates to 4.5%: full updates and analysis
The Bank of England voted to reduce the base rate by 25 basis points at the first MPC meeting of the year on 6 February. Full coverage as it happened from the team at MoneyWeek.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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December interest rates: Bank of England keeps rates on hold
The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold at 4.75% in the final Monetary Policy Committee meeting of 2024. Full analysis from the MoneyWeek team.
By Dan McEvoy Last updated