The Bank of England could begin cutting interest rates in the fourth quarter of 2026 if energy market pressures ease, according to Andrew Wishart of Berenberg.
Bank of England likely to keep rates steady at 3.75%
The Bank of England is widely expected to hold interest rates at 3.75% at today’s policy announcement, as policymakers take a cautious stance amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Bank of England flags risk of downturn in global stocks
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.
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.
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.
Goldman Sachs predicts Bank of England rate cut next week with 6–3 vote split
Goldman Sachs expects the Bank of England to cut interest rates next week, forecasting a 6–3 vote in favour of easing policy.
Bank of England ‘set up’ for December rate cut after close vote
The Bank of England is widely expected to cut interest rates in December, following today’s narrow 5–4 decision to keep borrowing costs on hold at 4%, with Governor Andrew Bailey
Bank of England holds interest rates at 4% in narrow vote
The Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold at 4%, as expected, following a closely split vote by its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC).
Will the Bank of England cut interest rates today?
The Bank of England faces a finely balanced decision today as it prepares to announce its latest move on interest rates at noon, with markets divided over whether policymakers will