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BoE hikes to 4%, flags 5% inflation by 2027 on energy shock

The Bank of England raised its policy rate to 4% and revised its inflation forecast to 5% by 2027, attributing the upward pressure to Middle East conflict-driven energy prices. This marks a hawkish pivot, signaling persistent inflation risks and potential further tightening. The move underscores how geopolitical tensions are feeding into monetary policy, with implications for UK growth and global rate expectations.

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Anadolu Agency EN1 day agoGBengCredibility 51%View source

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Source credibility0.5

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#monetary-policy #inflation #energy-prices #middle-east-conflict #bank-of-england

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activeMarkets16h ago

Bank of England Raises Bank Rate to 4%, Citing Inflation and Mideast Conflict

The Bank of England (BoE) has confirmed an increase in the Bank Rate to 4% in November 2026, marking the first hike in over three years. This move is a hawkish shift aimed at combating accelerating UK inflation, which is forecast to reach 5% by 2027 due to Middle East conflict-driven energy prices. The BoE has signaled potential further tightening if geopolitical risks persist.

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activeMarketsGeopolitics5m ago