Central bank downgrades growth forecast amid threat from budget fallout, rising inflation and Trump trade tariffsInflation fears trump growth concerns among MPC membersThe Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold as it...
Read MoreDecision to leave borrowing costs at 4.75% was widely forecast, despite worsening picture for economy and jobs• Business live – latest updatesThe Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold amid concerns over...
Read MoreAnnual rate increases to 2.6% in November, driven by rising cost of groceries and hike in tobacco duty in budgetBusiness live – latest updatesUK inflation has risen to its highest level in eight months, adding to pressure...
Read MoreGovernment’s spending and borrowing plans mean rates will stay higher for longer, according to OECDUK interest rates will fall by less than expected over the next two years after Rachel Reeves revealed significant spending...
Read MorePM says budget stabilised the economy, while mortgage rates are ‘individual decisions for the banks’Keir Starmer has conceded he was disappointed in the UK growth figures last week, but denied that his...
Read MoreMel Stride said there must be no suggestion of the UK going back into the EU single market or customs unionIn news that will disappoint those of you who enjoy a Liberal Democrat stunt, PA has just reported that Ed Davey will...
Read MoreMel Stride said there must be no suggestion of the UK going back into the EU single market or customs unionIn news that will disappoint those of you who enjoy a Liberal Democrat stunt, PA has just reported that Ed Davey will...
Read MoreUK economy at near-standstill as uncertainty over the budget and high interest rates weighed on consumer spendingThe government did not put anybody up in the media round this morning in order to defend the weak GDP figures, but...
Read MoreMarkets conclude higher level of public spending could lead to higher inflation, making cuts in Bank of England rate less likelyBusiness live – latest updatesUK government borrowing costs have risen to their highest level...
Read More10-year gilt yields have risen in the past month but are within the range of other pre-budget periodsUK government borrowing costs have risen ahead of Rachel Reeves’s budget on Wednesday.Some City investors say the...
Read MoreSurprise annual drop to 1.7% in September raises chance of interest rate cuts, increasing budget leewayAnalysis: Sharp inflation drop gives green light to more aggressive rate cutsBusiness live – latest updatesInflation in...
Read MoreAnnual drop to 1.7% in September puts pressure on Bank of England to cut interest rates next monthBusiness live – latest updatesUK Inflation fell below 2% in September for the first time in three and a half years, piling...
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