Will UK interest rates go up?
The Bank of England has maintained interest rates at 3.75% for several months, the lowest since February 2023. However, rising inflation and fuel costs due to the ongoing war in Iran may lead to potential rate increases later this year. Analysts are cautious, noting that while sustained inflation could push rates up, the current economic conditions present uncertainty.
- ▪The Bank of England's base rate has been held at 3.75% since early 2023.
- ▪Inflation in the UK has dropped significantly, but rising fuel prices due to the US-Israel war with Iran may change this trend.
- ▪The Bank of England may consider raising rates if inflation remains high, with potential increases up to 5.5%.
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Will UK interest rates go up?9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKevin PeacheyCost of living correspondentGetty ImagesThe Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% three times, keeping them at the lowest level since February 2023.Rates dropped from 4% in December 2025, and further cuts had been expected in 2026, but the economic impact of the war in Iran means the next interest rate move could be up. Interest rates affect mortgage, credit card and savings rates for millions of people.What are interest rates and why do they change?An interest rate tells you how much it costs to borrow money, or the reward for saving it.The Bank of England's base rate is what it charges other banks and building societies to borrow money, which influences what they charge their own…
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