Traders bet on more Bank of England rate cuts in 2025

Traders bet on more Bank of England rate cuts in 2025 after data shocks
The disappointing retail data adds to the dim economic picture in the U.K. and to the challenges facing Finance Minister Rachel Reeves.
Bank of England interest rates forecast could mean huge boost for millions
The fall in the headline rate of inflation from 2.6 percent to 2.5 percent was unexpected and positive news for the Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
February Bank of England rate cut a 'sure bet' as growth stumbles and inflation falls
The Bank of England looks set to resume cutting interest rates next month after official data revealed weaker inflation and anaemic economic growth.Economic output expanded by just 0.1 per cent in November,
Bank of England's Taylor says it's time to cut interest rates
The Bank of England should move quickly to bring down interest rates given signs of a slowdown in Britain's economy, Alan Taylor, the BoE's most recently appointed interest rate setter, said on Wednesday.
Bank of England interest rates fears as new forecasts issued
As a result, there has been pressure on the Bank of England to push ahead with cut in interest rates to promote spending and growth. This pressure has been countered by concerns about rising inflation, caused by increases in wages, energy and food prices.
Bank of England Expected to Cut Interest Rates Multiple Times in 2025
The UK economy faces mounting uncertainty as discussions intensify around potential changes to monetary policy. Speculation is growing that the Bank of England may take decisive action in the months ahead to address evolving economic challenges.
Slash rates six times in 2025 to avoid recession, says Bank of England official after drop in inflation
Inflation worries eased on both sides of the Atlantic, boosting markets and providing respite to beleaguered Chancellor Rachel Reeves (pictured).
Where are interest rates headed in 2025 and what will this mean for mortgages?
Interest rates were only cut twice in 2024 with base rate falling from a high of 5.25 per cent to 4.75 per cent. Will the ...
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Santander forecasts 4 base rate cuts in 2025
Santander forecasts four base rate cuts from the Bank of England in 2025, despite sticky inflation and turbulent bond markets ...
The best savings accounts for 2025? banking experts reveal predictions for savers
INTEREST rates on savings accounts levelled off last year – but what’s in store for 2025? Savings rates surged in 2023 following successive Bank of England (BoE) base rate rises. Any ...
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What will happen to mortgage rates in 2025?
The surprise fall in inflation this week has raised hopes there may be a reduction in interest rates in February.
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Mortgages to stay above 4 per cent despite predicted interest rate cut
Experts warn homeowners shouldn't expect any sharp drops to mortgage deals anytime soon, despite a predicted cut to the base ...
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Bank of England may be forced to prioritise growth in 2025
Despite inflation continuing to be a headache for the Bank of England ... base case,” said Jamie Niven, senior fixed income fund manager at Candriam. The news that UK GDP was no longer ...
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Recession: Was the Bank of England right to raise interest rates?
It is the most piercing of warning sirens set off by the Bank of England ... rate rise in a quarter of a century, in an attempt to temper a peak in inflation of 13%. But it is its prediction ...