Bank Holds Interest Rates at 4% Amid Concerns Over Labour’s Economic Direction

The Bank of England has held interest rates at 4% after a narrow 5–4 vote, with policymakers signalling caution as the government prepares for the Budget later this month. The Bank said it believes inflation has peaked, but the tight vote reflected continued uncertainty surrounding the UK’s economic outlook. Governor Andrew Bailey reiterated that the … Continue reading Bank Holds Interest Rates at 4% Amid Concerns Over Labour’s Economic Direction