Monetary Policy Committee (United Kingdom)
The latest news, updates and opinions on Monetary Policy Committee from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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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
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Bank of England hikes base rate to 4.5%
News The Bank of England has hiked rates again as it continues its battle with inflation.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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Bank of England hikes key interest rate to 4.25%
News The Bank of England raised rates by 0.25% following a surprise jump in inflation.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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UK inflation slows again, but remains near a 40-year high
News Figures from the Office for National Statistics showed CPI fell to 10.1% in January as lower fuel prices started to filter through to consumers.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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ONS: Private sector wages grow faster than expected
News The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show growth in total pay fell 3.1% when adjusted for inflation.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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Bank of England raises interest rate by 0.5%
News The Bank of England has raised interest rates once again, this time by 0.5%. This takes the bank’s base rate to 3.5%, the highest it’s been since 2008.
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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How to prepare your finances for a recession
Analysis The Bank of England has warned we’re probably already in a recession, and it’s due to be one of the longest in recent memory. Here’s what to expect, and how to prepare your finances.
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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UK economy shrinks 0.2%. Is a recession on the way?
News The latest figures showed the UK economy shrank by 0.2%, and we seem to be heading for a recession. How will this affect you?
By Nicole García Mérida Published
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The Bank of England's gloomy forecast for inflation and the UK economy
Analysis The Bank of England has warned that inflation will peak around 13% this year and the UK will fall into recession. Alex Rankine reports.
By Alex Rankine Last updated
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