Citigroup, a global financial services company, is predicting that the Bank of England (BoE) will implement interest rate cuts starting in June rather than waiting until August. This forecast comes amidst growing concerns about the economic impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The BoE, which is responsible for setting monetary policy in the United Kingdom, has been closely monitoring the economic situation and considering potential measures to support the economy. Citigroup's prediction of earlier rate cuts suggests a sense of urgency in addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic.