Monetary Policy Committee (United Kingdom)
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The Bank of England can’t afford to hike interest rates again
With inflation falling, the cost of borrowing rising and the economy heading into an election year, the Bank of England can’t afford to increase interest rates again.
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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Interest rates held at 5.25% again
The Bank of England has kept rates at 5.25% again, in a widely anticipated move. We look at what it means for your money - and what the Bank’s next move could be
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How will markets react to the next Bank of England rate decision?
The Bank of England is due to announce its latest interest rate decision on Thursday, 2nd November, but how will markets react?
By MoneyWeek Published
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Bank of England holds interest rates at 5.25%
The Bank has kept rates at 5.25%, ending its run of 14 consecutive increases. We look at what it means for your money - and what the Bank’s next move could be
By Ruth Emery Published
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UK inflation slumps to 6.7% in August
The latest data shows inflation slowed faster than expected in August, a welcome relief for consumers and the Bank of England
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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UK wages grow at a record pace
The latest UK wages data will add pressure on the BoE to push interest rates even higher.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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Bank of England raises interest rates to 5.25%
The Bank has hiked rates from 5% to 5.25%, marking the 14th increase in a row. We explain what it means for savers and homeowners - and whether more rate rises are on the horizon
By Ruth Emery Published
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Property market flatlines as average mortgage rate rises to 6%
Two-year mortgage rates have risen to above 6% for the first time since September.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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UK economy returns to growth but rate hike worries remain
Strong consumer spending could drive the Bank of England to increase interest rates yet again
By Tom Higgins Published