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How war in the Middle East could affect UK interest rates

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The Independent UK

UK interest rate cuts unlikely this year amid Iran war – and a rise could be ahead

Markets predict Bank of England will hold rates in 2026 as bond yields soar on forecasts of prolonged conflict

The Guardian - UK

Why has the Iran war sparked fears of stagflation for the global economy?

Conflict in the Middle East risks knocking growth worldwide and boosting prices, economists warn, amid global market turbulence

The Guardian - AU

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UK House Prices Edge Higher, but Middle East Conflict Casts Shadow Over Mortgage Rates

Explore the resilience of the UK housing market in February 2026 as house prices hit £301,151. Discover how geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are affecting mortgage rates and what this means for buyers and sellers.

International Business Times UK

Iran conflict threatens new UK cost of living crisis as energy markets in ‘turmoil’ and mortgage rates on the rise

Oil prices have seen their biggest weekly increase in six years, while experts warn energy bills could rise by 10 per cent in July

The Independent UK

Mortgage rates increased as Iran war hits borrowers

Nationwide and HSBC have both announced changes

The Independent UK

Will interest rates rise after surge in oil prices over Iran-US war?

Inflation concerns could see the BoE pause their recent rate cuts - or head the other direction

The Independent UK

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UK Economy Faces Budget Cycle Strain as Iran Conflict Volatility Hits Markets

Explore how global tensions and rising oil prices are impacting the UK's economic recovery, with insights into the upcoming Budget cycle and inflation risks.

International Business Times UK

UK interest rates could go back above 4% if energy shock persists, Niesr warns

The National Institute of Economic and Social Research said the Bank of England will have to contend with a ‘shock’ to energy costs.

Evening Standard

Live: Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises growth in spring statement

The Chancellor’s speech comes just weeks after the Bank of England downgraded its growth rating for the UK economy.

Evening Standard

UK homebuyers dealt blow over mortgage approvals

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The Independent UK

Boring or bust: Reeves aims to project calm competence in spring forecast

After 18 months of policy U-turns and political turmoil we are told not to expect any last-minute policy rabbits

The Guardian - UK

Who is Katharine Braddick? The Barclays executive set to lead UK banking regulator

The former director of financial services at the Treasury will replace Sam Woods

The Independent UK

Barclays executive Braddick to lead UK banking regulator

Katharine Braddick is to replace Sam Woods as the next chief executive of the Prudential Regulation Authority.

Evening Standard

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The Guardian - UK

Young bearing the brunt of UK tax and wage changes, says BoE economist

Huw Pill warns combined effect of national insurance and minimum wage rises have ‘acute’ effect on youth employment

Evening Standard

March interest rate cut is ‘genuinely open question’, says Andrew Bailey

The governor of the Bank of England said on Tuesday he will need to be confident he has seen ‘enough further evidence’ before backing another cut.

The Guardian - UK

Brighter UK economy gives Reeves a springboard for March statement

Record public finances accompany stronger retail sales and business activity but some analysts express caution

The Independent UK

What are Reform’s economic pledges – and how sensible are they?

The former Tory minister made his first speech as Reform’s Treasury spokesman

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The Guardian - UK

Reform UK would restore two-child benefit cap, Jenrick says in policy U-turn

Treasury spokesperson says disability benefits would also be limited under Reform, but Bank of England would stay independent

Evening Standard

Why has inflation fallen and what does it mean for me?

UK Consumer Prices Index inflation fell to 3% in January, marking the lowest level since last March.

Evening Standard

Reform would restore two-child benefit cap in full, Jenrick to pledge

The former Tory minister is to make his first speech as Reform’s Treasury spokesman.

Evening Standard

Inflation falls to 3% boosting chance of interest rate cuts

The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation decreased to a 10-month-low of 3% in January from 3.4% in December.

The Independent UK

Jenrick to outline Reform plans for OBR and net zero

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Evening Standard

Robert Jenrick to outline Reform UK plans for Bank of England and OBR

Nigel Farage named his top team on Tuesday, which included Conservative defectors Mr Jenrick and Suella Braverman.

The Independent UK

Reform UK to overhaul OBR if it gets into power, Robert Jenrick to say

Mr Jenrick will also claim that net zero efforts have become a ‘distraction’ for the Bank of England

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