UK inflation climbs to 3.4% as tobacco and airfares drive rising prices

Inflation, which measures the rate of price increases over time, remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: Fed Rate Decision in Focus

"We expect Fed Chair Jerome Powell to emphasize that future rate moves will depend on how the economic data evolve," HSBC economists said in a note. U.S. money markets currently fully price a next 25 ...

We All Benefit from an Independent Federal Reserve

It is reasonable for a political movement to question the need for old institutions. Some institutions, however, are worth ...

Barclays: Is There Still Value Ahead Following A Strong Share Price Rally?

Barclays PLC lifts RoTE targets for 2025-26 on resilient revenues and cost cuts, despite regulatory risks. Click for this BCS ...

Bank of England policy setter warns of inflation risk and slowing interest rate cuts

Growing divergence between US and UK monetary policy could increase inflation risks in Britain and complicate the path of interest rate cuts, a Bank of England (BoE) policymaker has warned. Megan ...

Divergence Between Fed and BOE Would Push Up U.K. Inflation, BOE's Greene Says — Update

President Trump has repeatedly demanded the Fed lower interest rates, criticizing its Chair Jerome Powell for being "too late," which has led to questions around the central bank's independence from ...