IntroductionAs 2025 progresses, the debate within the Bank of England over the future path of interest rates remains intense. While inflation has eased from its highs,...
IntroductionIn October 2025, the Bank of England’s Financial Policy Committee (FPC) unveiled a set of reforms designed to strengthen the resilience of the UK’s financial system....
IntroductionAs artificial intelligence reshapes industries across the world, central banks are beginning to evaluate how it might affect financial stability, regulation, and monetary policy. The Bank...
IntroductionThe United Kingdom has long prided itself on being a global hub for financial technology. From London’s digital banks to Manchester’s blockchain start-ups, the country has...
IntroductionIn 2025, homeowners and potential buyers across the United Kingdom are facing another year of uncertainty. Inflation, though lower than its peak, remains above the Bank...
IntroductionIn May 2025, Huw Pill, the Chief Economist of the Bank of England, delivered a speech titled The Courage Not to Act. His remarks outlined a...
Introduction The Bank of England has opted to maintain its benchmark interest rate for the sixth consecutive month, signaling a cautious stance as it navigates persistent...
Introduction The Bank of England is entering a critical period in its monetary policy strategy. After two years of steady tightening to combat stubborn inflation, the...
Introduction The housing market has long been a central pillar of the United Kingdom’s economy. It influences household wealth, consumer confidence, and the stability of the...
Introduction The development of a digital pound, or central bank digital currency (CBDC), is gathering momentum as the United Kingdom refines its frameworks for secure and...