Bank of England to cut interest rates

Bank of England set to cut interest rates to 4.5% in first decision of year
The Bank of England is set to cut interest rates in its next meeting this Thursday from 4.75% to 4.5%, following lower-than-expected inflation figures for December but ongoing concerns about sluggish economic growth.
Bank of England expected to cut interest rates again as UK economy stagnates
The BoE is also grappling with sagging UK business confidence and surveys point to corporate redundancies. Data suggests the UK economy probably failed to grow in the final months of 2024.
Bank of England readies rate cut and could hint at more to come
The Bank of England looks likely to cut interest rates next week, when it could also nudge investors to expect faster reductions than they currently predict as the economy flatlines.
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The Bank of England (BoE) is due to reveal its first interest rate decision of the year on Thursday, against a backdrop of stubborn inflation and sluggish economic growth. The BoE's latest policy decision comes after the US Federal Reserve decided to keep rates on hold last week,
Bank of England poised to slash interest rates in boost to one group of people
The cut should feed through relatively quickly to the 1.5 million homebuyers with mortgages that track the Bank of England base rate, giving these individuals a noticeable boost. However, it is likely to take some time for rates on home loans to first time buyers and others to come down.
Barclays among lenders cutting mortgage deals ahead of expected interest rate cut
Despite some providers increasing rates, more are making cuts ahead of the Bank of England's base rate decision on Thursday
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
Recession fears grow with pressure on Bank of England to cut rates
Bosses in the private sector expect a "significant fall" in activity over the next three months, according to a survey by the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).
Interest rate cut from Bank of England 'sure bet' in win for mortgage holders despite inflation fears
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