Bank of England (BoE) news

The Bank of England (BoE) is the central bank of the United Kingdom. Its primary objective is to maintain price stability, targeting a 2% inflation rate. The BoE uses interest rate adjustments and quantitative easing to influence the economy and achieve its inflation target. It also plays a key role in ensuring financial stability in the UK.

Markets Today: Oil Retreats, UK Inflation Falls, FTSE 100 Holds the High Ground Ahead of the FOMC Meeting

Oil prices retreat slightly amid Middle East tensions. UK inflation falls to 3.4%, boosting Bank of England hopes. FTSE 100 holds steady. Investors await the FOMC meeting and updated economic projections for further market direction. European stocks show little movement.

18-06-2025 10:27 GMT by Zain Vawda

Pound recovers as UK CPI edges lower

UK inflation eased to 3.4% from 3.5% and matched expectations. The inflation report won't change minds at the BoE, which is widely expected to hold rates on Thursday. In the US, retail sales fell -0.9% as US consumers are holding back due to worries about the economy.

18-06-2025 07:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher