Bank of England Poised for Rate Cut – What Does It Mean for Fixed-Interest Investments?
The Bank of England (BoE) has signalled a potential interest rate cut in August, a big shift in UK’s monetary policy. This move could be the first reduction in borrowing costs in over four years. During the same June meeting, the BoE’s rate-setting committee voted 7-2 to maintain the current rate of 5.25%, a 16-year high. However, the meeting minutes revealed a notable change in tone, hinting at a possible rate cut at their next meeting on 1 August. This potential policy shift comes as...