Sarah Breeden has warned that investors should be prepared for a potential correction in global equity markets, citing elevated valuations and mounting risks.
Markets see Bank of England more likely to raise rates
The Bank of England is increasingly likely to raise interest rates this year rather than hold them steady, according to economists at Pantheon Macroeconomics.
Lenders withdraw nearly 500 mortgage deals as rates hit 5%
The United Kingdom’s mortgage market has experienced significant volatility this week, with average fixed rates breaching the 5% threshold for the first time since August 2025. This escalation reflects growing
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.
Traders have increased bets on a Bank of England interest rate cut in March
Traders have increased bets on a Bank of England interest rate cut in March after UK inflation fell to its lowest level in 10 months.
Rate cut in March firmly on the table, Barclays says
Barclays said there is a “strong case” for the Bank of England to cut interest rates next month following further signs of economic weakness.
BoE keeps rates on hold at 3.75% after narrow 5–4 decision
Oh wow indeed — that is a really close call from the Bank of England.
US stocks slide premarket as Powell investigation rattles markets
US equity markets are poised to open sharply lower later today following reports that US prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into Jerome Powell, the Chair of the Federal Reserve.
Bank of England cuts rates as UK economy stagnates
The Bank of England has cut interest rates in response to mounting signs of a prolonged slowdown in the labour market.
BoE ‘too slow’ on rate cuts as inflation retreats
The Bank of England risks falling behind the curve on interest rate cuts and may be forced to “play catch-up” next year if it delays action as inflation continues to
Easing inflation clears path for Bank of England rate cut
UK inflation fell by more than expected in November, strengthening the case for the Bank of England to cut interest rates this week, according to official data.
FTSE 100 closes higher as tech rebound lifts global markets
London stocks finished firmly higher on Wednesday, recovering from earlier losses as a rebound in technology shares and stronger-than-expected U.S. employment data boosted investor sentiment.