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Interest rates expected to be held by Bank of England

BBC News·June 17, 2026
Interest rates expected to be held by Bank of England

The Bank of England is expected to hold interest rates steady due to current economic conditions. The bank's last interest rate cut occurred in December, but recent upheaval in the Middle East has halted any potential further reductions. As a result, interest rates are likely to remain unchanged for the time being. Economic uncertainty has led to a cautious approach by the Bank of England.

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