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Voices: When it’s Rachel Reeves vs Andrew Bailey, I know who my money’s on

COMMENT : The governor of the Bank of England's response to the chancellor trying to talk up the flagging jobs market is quietly devastating, writes James Moore

The Independent UK

Home sales jump by a quarter month on month in May following April slump

Stamp duty discounts became less generous in April, but transaction figures for May show a pick-up in house sales

Evening Standard

Chinese exports to UK rise as firms seek to avoid US tariffs

Data shows 16.1% jump as Bank of England suggests influx of cheaper goods could bear down on inflation

The Guardian - UK

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This is the first 8K 120Hz monitor ever produced - but I don't think the tech market will ever be ready for it

New 8K monitor by BOE supports 120Hz at full resolution but real-world usability is still in doubt.

TechRadar

Bank rate-setter in ‘uncomfortable place’ amid worries over stubborn inflation

Megan Greene said she is concerned that recent rises in inflation could see the outlook resemble a ‘plateau’ rather than a ‘hump’.

Evening Standard

Stocks dip as Bank of England leaves interest rates unchanged

The FTSE 100 index closed down 51.67 points, 0.6%, at 8,791.80.

Evening Standard

Voices: Don’t panic, chancellor – there’s still hope for interest rate cuts

COMMENT: Forget homeowners with tracker mortgages or those desperate for a better deal – the person who’s hurting the most from the Bank of England’s decision not to lower interest rates is Rachel Reeves, says James Moore

The Independent UK

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Savers issued warning after Bank of England holds base rate

Average savings rates have been on a downward path in recent weeks, but some providers have unveiled new products.

The Independent UK

Savers warned ‘loyalty does not pay’ as Bank of England base rate held at 4.25%

Average savings rates have been on a downward path in recent weeks, but some providers have unveiled new products.

Evening Standard

Bank of England holds interest rates amid intensifying inflation risks

As widely expected, the Bank of England kept interest rates on hold as fears grow that the conflict between Israel and Iran will escalate to involve the United States. This would likely send oil prices soaring and push UK inflation further above target.

Euronews

Bank of England warns of ‘elevated’ global uncertainty after leaving interest rates on hold – as it happened

UK central bank split 6-3 on interest rate decision, and warns that escalating Middle East conflict is pushing up energy prices

The Guardian - UK

Interest rates – live: Bank of England holds rate amid oil and inflation concerns

Rate remains at 4.25 per cent as experts look to balance higher inflation with economic growth

The Independent UK

UK inflation eases by less than anticipated ahead of Bank of England rate decision

Inflation in the U.K. dropped modestly in May as a drop in air fares and transport costs were largely offset by rising food prices, particularly chocolate

The Independent UK

Stock Index Futures Gain as Investors Await Fed Rate Decision, Middle East in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are up +0.20%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are up +0.33% this morning, pointing to a slightly higher open on Wall Street after yesterday’s drop, while investors await the Federal Reserve’s policy decision and updated projections, as well as Chair Jerome Powell’s…

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International Business Times

UK Inflation Dips Less Than Expected In May

British inflation eased less than expected in May after surging in April, official data showed Wednesday, fuelling expectations that the Bank of England will hold interest rates steady this week.

The Independent UK

UK inflation rate holds as air fares and fuel prices decrease – but risk remains

At 3.4 per cent inflation remains far above the Bank of England’s target

The Guardian - UK

UK inflation eases slightly to 3.4% as food price rises offset transport cost falls

Annual rate slows in May from 3.5% in April despite record increase in chocolate prices

PC Gamer

BOE outs 8K 120 Hz monitor and it's not quite as irrelevant for gaming as you think

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Evening Standard

Savings product choice ‘at record levels but some rates at a two-year low’

Moneyfacts’ savings figures were released ahead of the next Bank of England base rate decision this week.

Evening Standard

Canada is independent and sovereign, says Starmer ahead of visit

The Prime Minister is on his way to Canada for talks with his counterpart, Mark Carney, the former governor of the Bank of England.

The Independent UK

Will interest rates go up today? Bank of England’s key factors and 2026 predictions

The Monetary Policy Committee cut rates four times last year but 2026 remains far more uncertain

Euronews

UK economy contracts sharply in April: Will the BoE respond?

UK GDP shrank 0.3% in April, the sharpest drop since October 2023, led by declines in services and manufacturing. Labour market data weakened, fuelling speculation of a Bank of England rate cut in August as recession fears grow.

The Guardian - UK

Britons ‘hoarding cash amid economic uncertainty and fear of outages’

Households seeking safety net in time of global volatility, according to Bank of England’s chief cashier

The Guardian - UK

Farage is like a tribune for the working class, says former Bank of England economist

Exclusive: Andy Haldane says Labour ‘sloganeering’ will not empower regions where Reform is making headway

Evening Standard

UK house price growth slows as home sales plummet in May

Stamp duty discounts became less generous for some home buyers from April

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