Barclays PLC (LON: BARC) has reported a 12% increase in third-quarter pre-tax profit to £2.3 billion and announced a further £500 million share buyback, supported by higher income, stronger UK
Bank of England tipped to raise interest rates in November
The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates in November and February as stronger-than-expected UK economic growth reduces concerns that higher borrowing costs could undermine economic activity, according
Bank of England Holds Rates at 3.75% as Bailey Warns Hikes May Be Needed
The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 3.75%, despite inflation rising to a five-month high and mounting pressure from higher energy prices.
Bank of England Expected to Hold Rates Despite Inflation Rising to 3.1%
The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.75% on Thursday, despite UK inflation rising to a five-month high.
Bank of England may restart rate cuts in fourth quarter
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.