UK rate hikes squeeze households as mortgage costs rise £200/month

The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates, directly increasing mortgage, credit card, and loan costs for millions of UK borrowers. The article highlights a concrete example of a £200 monthly mortgage increase, signaling growing household financial strain. This development underscores the transmission of monetary tightening to the real economy, with potential implications for consumer spending and growth.

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