BoE Keeps Options Open, but Looks Set to Hold Steady

The Bank of England held its policy rate at 3.75% with a 7-2 vote, citing lingering inflation risks despite falling global energy prices. Future policy action remains data-dependent with a focus on second-round effects from utility and energy costs.

Key Takeaways

• 1.The Bank of England maintained the policy rate at 3.75% in a 7-2 vote split, keeping options open amid inflation risks.
• 2.Potential easing or further hiking is contingent on global energy price stability following the US-Iran peace deal developments.

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