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Bank of England Expected to Hold Rates for Remainder of Year, Reuters Poll Shows

A recent Reuters poll indicates the Bank of England is likely to maintain interest rates through the rest of the year despite ongoing inflation risks.

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Elena Kovač · Central Banks Desk · 18 Aug 2026 · 1 min read
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Bank of England Expected to Hold Rates for Remainder of Year, Reuters Poll Shows

The Bank of England is projected to keep its benchmark interest rates unchanged for the remainder of the year, according to a Reuters poll of economists. The consensus expectation persists despite persistent upside risks to inflation that continue to challenge the central bank's policy framework.

Financial markets and economists are monitoring incoming economic data to gauge when the monetary authority might resume policy adjustments. However, the latest survey points to a cautious stance from policymakers as they balance price pressures against broader macroeconomic conditions.

This article was produced with AI assistance and edited by a Finance Review Daily journalist.
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Elena Kovač
Central Banks Desk

Elena covers macroeconomic data and policy across the eurozone, translating industrial output, inflation and growth figures into what they mean for markets.

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