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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%.

Evening Standard

Rate Cuts Make These 3 Income ETFs More Attractive Than Ever

Low interest rates can give dividend stocks, real estate investment trusts, and corporate bonds a boost; these ETFs allow investors to capitalize.

MarketBeat

Bank of England cuts interest rates to 3.75% in pre-Christmas boost for struggling economy

Rate-setters back quarter-point cut after steep fall in inflation and weak economic data but vote remained close

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Modest but steady economic growth lets Europe get by without an interest rate cut

Interest rates in Europe are going to stay right where they are at a meeting of European Central Bank officials

The Independent UK

FTSE 100 Live 18 December: Currys surges after results beat, BP names first female CEO

The Bank of England will today reduce the cost of borrowing by cutting interest rates from 4% to 3.75%.

Evening Standard

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 Independent 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

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Will the Australian dollar keep rising in 2026? 3 factors to watch in the new year

After several years of steadily declining, the Australian dollar staged a meaningful recovery in 2025, culminating in a two-cent rally over the past month.

The Conversation

Dollar Pushes Higher as Stocks Weaken

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.24%. The dollar moved higher on Wednesday due to weakness in GBP/USD after UK November consumer prices rose less than expected. Also, weakness in the yen on Wednesday was positive for the dollar as Japanese fiscal concerns weigh on the yen....

Barchart

9 Tips for Paying Off Car Loans Without Refinancing

That new car smell fades fast, but unfortunately, the monthly payment hangs around for years. With interest rates fluctuating unpredictably, refinancing isn’t always the best option or even possible for everyone. However, that doesn’t mean you are stuck with that loan for the full 60 or 72 months.

Budget and the Bees

Dollar Gains on Weakness in the British Pound and Yen

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.17%. The dollar is moving higher today due to weakness in GBP/USD after UK November consumer prices rose less than expected. Also, weakness in the yen today is positive for the dollar as Japanese fiscal concerns weigh on the yen. The...

Barchart

Boost for Reeves as inflation drops to 3.2% in November

Bigger than expected drop opens the way for an interest rate cut from the Bank of England

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 Live 17 December: Stocks surge amid inflation cheer, interest rate set to fall

The rate of inflation fell far more quickly than expected last month, paving the way for another cut in interest rates tomorrow.

Evening Standard

GDP growth forecasts: Which European economies will have the highest growth?

After years of lacklustre growth, the eurozone has emerged from a period of stubborn inflation and restrictive interest rates. With growth fixed high on the political agenda, which nation is set to grow fastest in the coming years?

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Barchart

Where is the Dollar Index Heading in 2026?

The dollar index has been trading around the 100 pivot point since mid-April, with most of its price action below that level. With lower interest rates on the horizon in 2026, it may not be long before the index falls below the first technical support level.

Kiplinger

The Salary You Need for a $500,000 Home Keeps Climbing

With home prices holding firm and mortgage rates still elevated, here’s what it takes to afford a $500,000 home in today’s market.

Kiplinger

Your Year-End Tax and Estate Planning Review Just Got Urgent

Changing tax rules and falling interest rates mean financial planning is more important than ever as 2025 ends. There's still time to make these five key moves.

The Guardian - UK

Young people hit hard as UK unemployment marches upwards

Jobs market slowdown likely to become policy focus and will also have impact on interest rates decision

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The Independent UK

Asian shares, US futures sink ahead of US jobs report

Shares have tumbled in Asia and U.S. futures also fell ahead of the release of U.S. employment and inflation reports that could drive the direction of interest rates

The Conversation

Trump is close to naming the new Federal Reserve chief. His choice could raise the risk of stagflation

US President Donald Trump has signalled in an interview with the Wall Street Journal he is close to announcing his pick for the next chair of the US Federal Reserve.

Barchart

Stocks Set to Open Higher as Dip Buyers Step In After Selloff, Key U.S. Economic Data Awaited

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are up +0.48%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ25) are up +0.49% this morning, signaling a partial rebound from Friday’s tech-led selloff on Wall Street as investors stepped in to buy the dip at the start of the final full trading week of…

Kiplinger

I'm a Financial Adviser: The Fed's Rate Cuts Could Have Impacts You Might Not Anticipate

Understanding how lower interest rates could impact your wallet can help you determine the right financial moves to make.

The Guardian - UK

UK house prices ‘could rise by up to 4% in 2026 as interest rates fall’

City watchdog the FCA announces plans to help first-time buyers and self-employed get on the property ladder

The Guardian - UK

How many more times will the Bank of England rescue Rachel Reeves?

The City expects a cut in interest rates on Thursday but economic prospects for 2026 complicate the picture

Evening Standard

Bank of England expected to cut interest rates to nearly three-year low

The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is widely expected to reduce interest rates from 4% to 3.75% on Thursday.

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