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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 · Sep 13

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.

Evening Standard · Jun 18

Bank of England votes 7-2 to hold rates at 3.75%

The Bank of England has chosen to maintain interest rates at 3.75 percent, a decision that aligns with prevailing predictions among economists. Although consensus prevailed, a couple of policymakers pushed for a higher rate. As Governor Andrew Bailey notes, inflationary pressures are expected to rise, despite the prospect of a…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Bank of England rate-setter says risks to UK inflation justify slower cuts

Megan Greene, a member of the Bank’s rate-setting committee, said there needed to be a ‘cautious approach to rate cuts going forward’.

The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2025

FTSE 100 underperforms despite Iran-Israel hope

The FTSE 100 index closed up just 0.95 points at 8,758.99.

Evening Standard · Jun 24, 2025

Bank rate-setter in ‘uncomfortable place’ amid worries over stubborn inflation

Megan Greene said she is concerned that recent rises in inflation could see the outlook resemble a ‘plateau’ rather than a ‘hump’.

Evening Standard · Jun 24, 2025

Interest rate decision-maker highlights dangers facing Bank of England

Stubbornly high inflation risks perpetuating price increases, says senior official

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2025

Risks to global financial stability surging after Trump tariffs, warns IMF

World body says ‘sharp repricing of risks’ possible amid growing concern over role of ‘nonbank’ lenders

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2025

Bank of England rate-setter says US tariffs likely to push down on inflation

Megan Greene was speaking weeks ahead of the Bank’s next monetary policy meeting, where it is expected to cut interest rates.

The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2025

Trump’s tariff plans will hit UK economy, top economists warn

The chancellor is plotting billions of pounds of spending cuts as economists warn Donald Trump’s tariffs will throw her growth plans into a spin

The Independent UK · Mar 5, 2025