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HSBC becomes first big UK lender to cut its mortgage rates in 2026

Reduction follows Bank of England’s base cut in December, with further cuts expected this year

The Guardian - UK

Expert tips dramatic interest rates cut to 2.75% driven by unemployment

The Bank Rate rose as high as 5.25 per cent across 2023 to 2024 before starting its present downward journey

The Independent UK

From energy prices to interest rates: the dates that could affect your finances in 2026

Energy price cap goes up on 1 January and Bank of England will make three interest rate decisions by end of April

The Guardian - UK

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5 things I want to see with Chinese phones in 2026

I get to use all major Chinese phones that are launched over the course of a year, and here's what I want to see in 2026.

Android Central

AI is likely to replace jobs, Bank of England governor warns

Bank of England Governor warns that AI could replace some entry-level jobs, making it hard for younger workers to find jobs.

TechRadar

Stocks Settle Higher on Upbeat Tech Outlook and Cooling Inflation

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Thursday closed up by +0.79%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +1.51%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) rose +0.74%, and December...

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Dollar Posts Modest Gains as EUR/USD Falls

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.05%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Thursday and posted modest gains as EUR/USD retreated. The dollar also found some support on Thursday after US weekly jobless claims fell as expected. The dollar initially moved lower on Thursday amid weaker-than-expected...

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FTSE 100 and sterling rise after Bank of England rate cut

In a split vote, the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee voted five to four to reduce interest rates.

Evening Standard

Stocks Rally as Chip Makers Soar and US Price Pressures Ease

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +1.28%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.82%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +1.91%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +1.27%, and December...

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Dollar Recovers as EUR/USD Weakens

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.09%. The dollar recovered from early losses today and turned higher as Eurozone fiscal concerns weighed on EUR/USD. The dollar also found some support today after US weekly jobless claims fell as expected. The dollar initially moved lower today due to...

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Interest rates reduced to near three-year low but further cuts a ‘closer call’

Economists think the pace of interest rate cuts will slow next year as the Bank gets closer to what it deems a ‘neutral’ rate.

Evening Standard

Stocks Rebound on Strength in Chip Stocks and a Benign US CPI Report

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up by +0.79%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.59%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +1.43%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +0.78%, and December...

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Interest rates: Why have they been cut and what does it mean?

Here the Press Association looks at what the decision means and what the Bank of England expects to happen to the economy.

Evening Standard

‘Early Christmas present’ for some homeowners as Bank of England cuts base rate

Property professionals are now expecting the new year to start with a ‘bang’ as mortgage lenders look to attract borrowers and home movers.

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Early Christmas present for homeowners as Bank of England cuts base rate

Prime minister Keir Starmer has hailed the rate cut with around 533,000 homeowner tracker mortgages outstanding in June 2025

The Independent UK

Bank of England cuts key interest rate from 4% to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut its key interest rate for the first time in four months as stubbornly high inflation that has plagued British consumers and businesses starts to ease

Evening Standard

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75%, lowest for almost three years

Today’s decision from the Bank will mean cheaper home loans for millions of property owners with tracker mortgages

Evening Standard

Bank of England cuts interest rates to near three-year low

The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee voted to reduce rates from 4% to 3.75%.

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Euronews

BoE delivers Christmas rate cut after cooler-than-expected inflation

Fresh data this week shows UK inflation fell more than expected in November, shifting the central bank’s focus to rising unemployment and lacklustre growth.

The Independent UK

Currys profits boosted by major game launches and AI tech

The retailer highlighted surging demand for smaller categories like gaming accessories

The Independent UK

Interest rates live: Reeves says cut could knock £100 off monthly mortgage payments for first-time buyers

Today’s interest rate announcement comes as CPI rates fell to 3.2 per cent in November

The Guardian - UK

More UK interest rate cuts expected in 2026 after Bank of England lowers borrowing costs to near three-year low – as it happened

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey switches vote – allowing rate cut today

Evening Standard

Stocks rise as inflation dips and oil price rebounds

The headline Consumer Prices Index rose 3.2% year-on-year in November, slowing from 3.6% in October.

Evening Standard

Bank of England poised for Christmas interest rate cut after inflation slows

The Bank of England is widely expected to reduce borrowing costs to 3.75% from 4% when it next announces its decision on Thursday.

The Independent UK

UK house price growth slumps as values fall in London

A base rate cut by the Bank of England base rate is expected on Thursday, which could help some mortgage holders.

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