The Bank of England is increasingly likely to raise interest rates this year rather than hold them steady, according to economists at Pantheon Macroeconomics.
UK inflation could rise further to 4% by November
UK inflation could climb to around 4% by November as the Iran conflict drives up energy costs, according to forecasts from Capital Economics.
Mortgage rates hit three-year high as markets react to Iran escalation
UK mortgage holders are facing the highest borrowing costs in three years after Donald Trump signalled an escalation in the Iran conflict.
UK mortgage rates hit 19-month high as borrowing costs surge
UK mortgage rates have climbed sharply again, reaching their highest levels in over 19 months as global uncertainty pushes up borrowing costs.
Retailer blames government as Iran war drives up UK costs
The United Kingdom faces a sharp economic slowdown as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive energy prices to levels not seen in recent years. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation
Deutsche Bank: No Bank of England rate cuts this year
The Bank of England is now unlikely to cut interest rates in 2026, according to analysts at Deutsche Bank.
Oil price spike fuels bets on rising interest rates
The Bank of England may be forced to raise interest rates later this year as surging oil prices raise fears of a renewed inflation shock.
FTSE 100 Poised for Cautious Opening as Middle East Tensions Persist
The FTSE 100 is positioned to open marginally lower on Thursday, 5 March 2026, as investors navigate ongoing geopolitical tensions and a calendar laden with significant economic releases.
FTSE 100 futures signal bounce despite escalating Middle East conflict
London stocks were expected to rebound slightly on Wednesday as investors prepared for a busy round of final purchasing managers’ index releases, while tensions in the Middle East continued to
UK bank shares tumble – The FTSE 100 narrowly avoided a 300-point slide
The FTSE 100 narrowly avoided a 300-point slide on Tuesday, but still fell 2.75% to slip back below the 10,500 mark — effectively returning the benchmark to levels seen a
FTSE 100 set for weaker open as oil and gold surge on geopolitical strain
London equities were poised for a weaker start on Tuesday as elevated oil and gold prices reflected persistent geopolitical strain.
FTSE 100 set to open higher, extending weekly gains
London equities are expected to open higher on Friday, futures indicate the FTSE 100 will rise around 40 points, to 10,879. The index closed 40.29 points higher at 10,846.70 on