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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Karl Matchett

Inflation relief could ‘trigger a mortgage price war’ as interest rates predicted to fall

Homeowners looking to renew mortgages could be in for a boost, with lenders expected to bring down rates after inflation surprised economists with a hold at 2.8 per cent.

One of the ways the Bank of England (BoE) tries to combat rising inflation is to maintain interest rates at a higher level – higher rates means fewer people and businesses borrowing money, which can lead to less demand and investment activity, keeping prices lower.

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