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Bank of England hikes rates to 4%, first raise since 2023, says more may come amid high UK inflation
Economic Times 1 hr ago·5 Nov 2026, 1:06 pm
In a decisive move, the Bank of England has escalated interest rates to 4% amidst spiraling inflation, projected to hit 4.8% in Q2 next year. Governor Andrew Bailey cautioned that further hikes may be necessary, especially with ongoing global conflicts. Market reactions were notably favorable, with the British pound gaining strength against the US dollar. Enhancements in economic data have prompted economists to revise growth forecasts upwards.
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