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Bank set to hold interest rates but ‘needs to be ready’ to act on inflation

Most economists are expecting the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee to hold rates at 3.75% at its next meeting on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Global Market: Bank of England’s Pill says early rate hike could limit future inflation pressure

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill has backed an early interest rate hike to prevent temporary inflationary pressures linked to the Iran war from becoming entrenched. While markets see limited odds of a September hike, expectations for a November increase have risen sharply, keeping inflation, wages and energy costs…

The Economic Times

Bank of England chief warns interest rate rise needed to tackle inflation threat

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Bank of England chief economist calls for interest rates to be raised

Huw Pill reiterated his concerns about the risks of leaving interest rates unchanged, saying he was uncomfortable with the ‘wait-and-see’ approach of fellow policymakers

The Independent UK

Bank of England’s top economist calls for ‘prompt’ interest rate hike

Huw Pill said it was a risk to leave interest rates unchanged while waiting for clearer signs of how the Iran war has affected UK inflation.

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 rises as US jobs data eases Fed rate hike fears

The FTSE 100 closed up 174.53 points, 1.7%, at 10,652.87.

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Bank of England boss insists it is ‘not complacent’ about tackling UK inflation

Mr Bailey said he was ‘not happy’ that the rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation was above the Bank’s 2% target.

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UK government borrowing costs dip and pound rises as City welcomes Burnham speech – as it happened

Makerfield MP’s plans for good-quality growth around the UK, and commitment to fiscal rules, are welcomed by investors and economists

The Guardian - UK

‘I’m not trying to be a troublemaker’: Bank of England’s Huw Pill on rates split

The chief economist said it was not an easy decision for him to go against the grain.

Evening Standard

FTSE down as Bank of England keeps interest rates steady

The FTSE 100 closed down 108.91 points, or 1.0%, at 10,399.70.

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Why have interest rates stayed the same and what could happen next?

The Bank decided to keep rates unchanged at 3.75%, the fourth meeting in a row where rates have been held at this level.

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Blue chips falter as oil price moves ever higher

The FTSE 100 closed down 57.99 points at 10,321.09.

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Oil majors boost FTSE 100 amid war uncertainty

The FTSE 100 index closed up 71.01 points on Tuesday.

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Bank must be prepared to act despite Iran war uncertainty, says Huw Pill

The Bank of England’s chief economist said he sees mounting risks to inflation from the energy shock caused by the Iran conflict.

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Young bearing the brunt of UK tax and wage changes, says BoE economist

Huw Pill warns combined effect of national insurance and minimum wage rises have ‘acute’ effect on youth employment

The Independent UK

Inflation expected to fall to lowest level for nearly a year – what does this mean for interest rates?

The figures are likely to reinforce expectations of another interest rate cut, possibly as soon as next month

Evening Standard

What could upcoming inflation figures mean for interest rates in the UK?

Most experts predict inflation fell back sharply to 3% in January from 3.4% in December.

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What will upcoming inflation figures mean for interest rates in the UK?

Most experts predict inflation fell back sharply to 3% in January from 3.4% in December.

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Bank of England’s top economist calls for ‘more cautious’ interest rate cuts

Huw Pill, chief economist at the Bank, said in a speech in London that he ‘would expect further cuts’ in the coming year.

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Inflation target provides clear benchmark, says Bank of England chief economist

The target has helped to anchor longer-term inflation expectations, Huw Pill said in a speech.

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Risk of ‘persistent inflation’ could affect rate cuts, says Bank economist

Huw Pill, chief economist at the Bank of England, stressed there has been ‘progress’ in bringing inflation down in recent months.

The Guardian - UK

Who is calling the shots when it comes to UK wage levels: workers or bosses?

Amid apparent rising pay, economists are concerned about the consequences of a possible shift in the balance of power

The Guardian - UK

Pace of UK interest rate cuts is too rapid, Bank of England chief economist says

Huw Pill says rate cuts could fuel inflation resurgence and urges colleagues to be cautious before making further cuts

Evening Standard

UK interest rate cuts have been ‘too rapid’, Bank’s chief economist warns

Huw Pill said the pace of interest rate reductions since August last year has been ‘too rapid’ given the balance of risks to UK inflation.

The Independent UK

Interest rates falling ‘too fast’ sparking inflation worry, Bank of England’s chief economist warns

Huw Pill said cuts in the Bank of England’s base rate have been ‘too rapid’

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