Bank of England's rate cut challenge

The Bank of England's rate cut challenge: stumbling growth and stubborn inflation
The Bank of England must contend with a slowdown in Britain's economy but also stubborn inflation pressures when it considers whether to cut interest rates in early February as well as its message about the outlook for the rest of the year.
Bank of England interest rate cuts and how you may be affected amid inflation change
Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)
UK Budget fallout adds to Bank of England dilemma on interest rates
Employers are cutting jobs and raising prices to offset tax increases, with wages still growing too fast for policymakers’ comfort
Bank of England interest rate fears as new inflation forecasts issued
Inflation is set to rise to 3 percent in the spring, meaning the Bank of England is unlikely to cut interest rates in the near future, according to economists
Bank of England to cut interest rates four times this year - Reuters poll
The Bank of England will cut interest rates four times this year to support a flat-lining economy, economists polled by Reuters said, but they added that risks to inflation are to the upside, suggesting policymakers may end up doing less.
Bank of England should cut interest rates pre-emptively, says commitee member
Alan Taylor, the most recently appointed member of the Bank's monetary policy committee (MPC) said the UK is 'in the last half mile on inflation' and called for a pre-emptive cut
Bank of England interest rates forecast could mean huge boost for millions
The fall in the headline rate of inflation from 2.6 percent to 2.5 percent was unexpected and positive news for the Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Stumbling Growth and Stubborn Inflation: the BoE's Rate Cut Challenge
Inflation is stuck above the BoE's 2% target and looks set to rise further while the economy has stagnated since the middle of 2024, offering conflicting signals for the central bank's rate-setters.
Bank of England Set to Slash Interest Rates as UK Economy Stumbles
A weaker UK economy is expected to prompt the Bank of England to accelerate interest rate cuts; Goldman Sachs predicts up to six reductions by the end of next year. The investment bank’s analysts think that as inflationary pressures continue and economic growth slows,
Bank of England to cut interest rate six times by next year as UK economy slumps, Goldman Sachs says
Markets are greatly underestimating the likelihood that the Bank of England will need to speed up the pace of interest rate cuts, Goldman Sachs has argued. They forecast that UK interest rates could drop to 3.
Warnings of 3% inflation throw Bank of England calculations in the air
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) uses interest rates to put a brake on the nation's spending.
UK inflation unexpectedly eases in December, which could reduce bond markets pressure
Inflation in the U.K. unexpectedly fell in December, a move that will likely fuel pressure on the Bank of England to cut ...
London Evening Standard11d
Inflation rate dipped to 2.5% in December
However, it means the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) - the main measure of inflation - remains stubbornly above the Bank of England’s target of 2%. The Office for National Statistics (ONS ...
Pay after inflation rises at fastest rate since 2021
Wage growth increased by 3.4% after taking into account inflation, driven by strong increases in the private sector.
Bank of Japan Hikes Policy Rate to Highest Level in 17 Years
Good morning. The Bank of Japan raises its interest rate to the highest level in 17 years. Inflation concerns may be making a ...
MoneyWeek5d
Wage growth in UK jumps ahead of inflation
Latest job market data from the ONS shows that wages grew faster than inflation from September to November, but also reveal a ...
UK Unemployment Edges Higher
Britain's unemployment rate rose slightly at the end of last year, official data showed Tuesday, adding to unease over the stalling UK economy.
U.K. in danger of 'debt death spiral', says Bridgewater founder Dalio
Britain may need to borrow increasing amounts to service rising interest costs, creating the danger of "debt death spiral," according to Ray Dalio, founder of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates.