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Interest rates remain at 4.25%, which is the most significant change from the Bank of England's June 2025 meeting. Despite their modest decrease in nudity in May, they are still playing it safe with this decision. Why the caution? Rising Middle Eastern tensions have caused rising inflation, and there is still a lot of uncertainty in the world. The Monetary Policy Committee voted to maintain rates unchanged with a score of 6-3, but the majority is willing to wait.
They remain tight due to the bothersome inflation in the UK.' Despite reaching their 2% target, the annual CPI in May was 3.4%. There has been a lack of significant progress for them to feel confident about cutting rates more. Inflation from services and wages, along with the new hazards from rising energy costs, are causing them significant concerns. The Bank believes that they must provide more solid evidence of inflation's cooling before making another move, despite the UK economy' slump in growth and wages. However,
So, what is next? More rate cuts are being discussed, but the Bank of England suggested that an August announcement might be made soon. Economic data's shape and inflation' s direction are crucial factors in determining the outcome. The August meeting was all eyes and ears for clear signs of economic stabilization and inflation.
