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RBA predicts weaker economy for the rest of 2023 as cost of living pummels households

The Reserve Bank’s latest update predicts wage growth to remain steady but rent inflation will increase

The Guardian - AU

Soaring mortgage costs ‘affecting mental health of almost a third of people’

Mind’s survey of people across England and Wales came before Thursday’s news that the Bank of England had raised interest rates again.

The Independent UK

Sunak under pressure as Bank signals rates will stay high for months

Tory MPs call for targeted tax cuts as Labour criticises 14th interest rate hike as ‘mortgage bombshell’

The Guardian - UK

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‘We’re just treading water’: UK small business owners on the latest rate rise

From fish and chips to flowers, entrepreneurs say higher interest rates and the cost of living crisis are taking their toll

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on high interest rates: losing the race against time

Editorial: Britain’s 14th successive rise signals a grim 2024 for the economy and for Rishi Sunak’s government

The Guardian - UK

When will interest rates fall? Experts warn of ‘more pain to swallow’ after latest hike

Mortgage rates could remain elevated ‘indefinitely’, analyst says

The Independent UK

Pret founder and Itsu CEO wants people to stop complaining about high-interest rates like it’s ‘the end of the world’

The founder of two popular chains in the U.K. said he's seen tougher times when it comes to interest rates, and added that companies need to be efficient.

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How the Bank of England's interest rate hikes are filtering through to your finances

The Bank of England has increased interest rates to 5.25%, a level not seen since April 2008 and markedly higher than the all-time lows of 0.1% seen less than two years ago.

The Conversation

Interest rates rise to 5.25% for first time in 15 years

The Bank of England raised interest rates for the 14th time in a row today, by 0.25%. The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee voted by a 6-3 majority in favour of the rate rise.

The Week

More pain in store – tough-talking Bank raises UK interest rates and a few eyebrows

Rise to 5.25% comes as no surprise but Bank of England’s language will frighten many

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England says interest rates will remain high for at least two years

Policymakers vote for quarter-point rise to 5.25%, the 14th increase in a row, as Bank rules out prospect of recession

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England raises interest rates to new 15-year high of 5.25% in 14th consecutive hike

But the hike was smaller than the half-point ‘jumbo hike’ last month, signalling that Threadneedle Street is slowing down in its battle with inflation

Evening Standard

The Bank of England raises interest rates by 0.25 per cent to 15-year high

The Bank of England has raised UK interest rates to a fresh 15-year high - from 5 to 5.25.

The National (Scotland)

Bank of England hikes interest rates for 14th consecutive time despite inflation slowdown

Central bank raises interest rates to highest level since February 2008

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The Guardian - UK

Bank of England accused of over-reacting after raising interest rates to 5.25% – as it happened

Protests take place outside the Bank as it increases rates again, although inflation is expected to drop to 5% by end of the year

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live: Bank of England interest rate rise due, Next ups profit guidance, shares fall

The Bank of England’s long-running fight against inflation will today see interest rates hit at least 5.25%.

The Independent UK

Bank of England set to join Fed in raising interest rates again amid high UK inflation

The Bank of England is set to raise interest rates for the 14th time in a row to a fresh 15-year high and keep the door open for further increases as it tries to tamp down persistently high inflation

Zenger

Robinhood Q2 Earnings: Loss Expected, Focus On Retail Trading Activity

Investors await results as higher interest rates and declining transaction revenues impact performance.

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The Independent UK

Interest rates – live: Rates hit 15-year high as ‘mounting cash pressures’ push Wilko to brink of collapse

Central bank hikes its base rate by a further 0.25 percentage points to hit 5.25

The Guardian - UK

Bank of England poised to raise UK interest rates to 5.25%

Fears remain over stubborn inflation but slowing economy likely to fuel more cautious approach from rate-setters, say analysts

Kiplinger

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Fortune

‘Imagine no recession, it’s easy if you try.’ Bank of America flip-flops on its recession call, arguing a ‘soft landing’ is on the way

The investment bank has been predicting a recession since the summer of 2022. A full year later, it’s having second thoughts.

The Conversation

To fight financial illiteracy, we mapped our money system as waterworks

Over the past decade, the super-rich and large corporations have been able to borrow at record low interest rates. This influx of easy money has shored up markets for yacht-backed-loans and securities, dividends, share buy-backs, and merger and acquisition deals.

The Independent UK

Sunak claims ‘light at end of tunnel’ on inflation as Bank of England set to raise rates again

His comments came as the Bank of England prepared to hike interest rates to the highest level since February 2008

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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.B) vs. Fairfax Financial Holdings (FRFHF): Which Stock Should You Add to Your Watchlist This Month?

Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, the P&C insurance industry remained resilient and is poised for continued growth, driven by stable demand and rapid adoption of emerging technologies. Moreover, the sector benefits significantly from higher interest rates. So, let’s compare prominent insurance stocks Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) and Fairfax Financial (FRFH) to determine a…

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