What You Need To Know When you hear “gilt yields are rising,” it may sound technical, but the effect is simple – higher mortgage costs. Gilts (UK government bonds) drive swap rates, which in turn dictate how lenders price fixed-rate mortgages. With gilt yields now at levels not seen since the 1990s, mortgage rates are […]
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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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Further Rate Cuts Anticipated The Bank of England reduced the base rate from 4.5% to 4.25% on 8 May 2025. This 0.25% cut directly benefits approximately 600,000 tracker mortgage holders, who can expect average monthly savings of around £29. Those on standard variable rate (SVR) mortgages may also see reductions, though the extent depends on
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Stability Until May Predicted The Bank of England has maintained the base rate at 4.5%, aligning with economists’ expectations amid global uncertainties, including U.S. trade policies and domestic economic challenges. Inflation has decreased from a peak of 11.1% in October 2022 to 3%, but remains above the 2% target. The UK economy grew by just
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Mortgage Rates Drop – Will It Last? Recently, many lenders have reduced their fixed mortgage rates despite ongoing rises in swap rates. This apparent contradiction arises from lenders competing aggressively for business, temporarily cutting margins to attract borrowers. However, persistent inflation remains a significant concern. Inflation rates continue to exceed Bank of England targets, prompting markets
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Competition Intensifies The UK mortgage market is becoming increasingly competitive, with lenders reducing rates to attract borrowers and expand market share. Despite swap rate fluctuations, banks and building societies are aggressively pricing mortgages to meet lending targets. With housing transactions below pre-pandemic levels and affordability concerns persisting, lenders are using lower rates to retain customers
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Base Rate Reduced – 4.50% Today, the Bank of England reduced its base interest rate by 0.25% to 4.5%. This is the third cut since August 2024 and is aimed at boosting the economy, which has been struggling to grow. The decision was made as inflation is expected to rise to 3.7% in the short
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Base Rate Held – 4.75% The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the Bank Rate steady at 4.75%. However, the vote was split, with six members supporting the hold and three advocating for a 0.25% reduction to 4.5%. This divergence highlights differing views on the current economic landscape. The decision
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What’s Ahead In 2025 As 2024 ends, the mortgage industry reflects on a year of challenges, including economic uncertainty and fluctuating interest rates. Looking ahead to 2025, the landscape remains complex, with refinancing pressures and mixed expectations about base rate changes. With nearly half of UK mortgages due for refinancing by 2027, borrowers and advisers
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