Base Rate Held at 3.75% The Bank of England has held the Base Rate at 3.75% as it remains cautious about the outlook. Inflation is falling but still above the 2% target, and rising energy prices could push it higher again. The Bank is keen to avoid cutting rates too soon and reigniting inflation, while […]
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Mortgage Rates Rise Again It’s been a turbulent week in the financial markets and this has pushed mortgage rates higher. Rising inflation concerns and global uncertainty have caused the money markets to increase “swap rates”, which lenders use to price fixed mortgages. As their funding costs rise, lenders quickly adjust pricing. Over the past few
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Mortgage Rates Rising Mortgage rates are rising again because financial markets now believe the Bank of England is less likely to cut interest rates in the near future. Swap rates used by lenders to price fixed mortgages and reflecting expectations of future interest rates have risen sharply over the past week, increasing lenders’ funding costs.
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Base Rate – 3.75% The Bank of England has reduced the base rate to 3.75%, the lowest level in nearly three years, reflecting a slowing UK economy. Inflation has eased from recent highs, wage growth is moderating, and economic output has weakened, prompting the Monetary Policy Committee to cautiously support growth. While inflation remains above
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Base Rate Hold – Close Call ! The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4% following a close 5–4 vote, marking its second consecutive pause as policymakers await the Autumn Budget and further progress on inflation. The decision signals continued stability, offering reassurance to homeowners after a turbulent period for interest rates.
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Borrowers & Base Rates Markets currently expect just one further Bank of England base rate cut, with a move towards 3.5% considered possible next year. This limited outlook reflects persistent inflationary pressures, cautious economic growth, and the Bank’s reluctance to ease too quickly. For borrowers, this means mortgage rates may remain higher for longer than
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BoE Holds Base Rate at 4% – Why ? The Bank of England interest rates 2025 decision has seen the base rate held at 4%, as the Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep borrowing costs unchanged. For homeowners and buyers, this move highlights ongoing inflation concerns. Mortgage borrowers should consider whether their current deal remains
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What You Need To Know The Bank of England (BoE) reduced the Base Rate by 0.25%, bringing it down to 4.00% – It’s lowest level since March 2023. This is the fifth cut since August 2024 and was narrowly approved in a 5–4 split vote, marking the first time in history that the Monetary Policy
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Global Risks Reflect Cautious Approach The Bank of England held the base rate at 4.25% this week, citing the need for more evidence that inflation is falling sustainably. While headline inflation has eased to 3.4%, it remains above the 2% target, with services inflation and wage growth still exerting upward pressure. The Monetary Policy Committee
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