Category: Bonds

UK interest rate cuts unlikely this year amid Iran war – and a rise could be ahead

Markets predict Bank of England will hold rates in 2026 as bond yields soar on forecasts of prolonged conflictIran war drives oil prices above $100 a barrelBusiness live – latest updatesUK interest rates are not expected...

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Rachel Reeves will not be investigated over pre-budget briefing, FCA says

Financial watchdog rejects accusations Treasury officials deliberately misled reporters but leaves door open to probe claims or market maniluationTreasury launches inquiry into budget leaks with Reeves’s supportBusiness...

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Rachel Reeves targets UK’s wealthiest in £26bn tax-raising budget

Chancellor axes two-child benefit cap and cuts energy bills paid for by mansion tax and freezing tax thresholds Analysis: ‘Tax-raising budget crash-lands on struggling economy’Budget 2025: key points at a...

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Rachel Reeves says budget will cut living costs after shock OBR leak

Chancellor unveils action on energy bills, rail fares and end of two-child benefit cap as OBR reveals £26bn tax rises before budget speechBudget 2025 – follow liveHow freezing tax thresholds affects your tax...

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Bond markets could force Rachel Reeves ‘to do a secondary budget’, City investor warns

David Zahn of Franklin Templeton said bond yields could rise in response to chancellor’s fiscal plans and government would have to reactBusiness live – latest updatesThe bond markets could force Rachel Reeves to...

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Rachel Reeves plans £7.5bn tax rise in budget after U-turn on income tax rates

Chancellor expected to freeze level at which people start paying income tax for two years rather than putting rates upRachel Reeves will raise £7.5bn from millions of workers by freezing tax thresholds at the budget, after...

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