Rising oil prices could force up UK interest rates, say economists
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The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting. However, City economists warn that renewed conflict in Iran could drive up oil prices, potentially forcing the Bank to raise rates later this year if oil exceeds $100 per barrel. The situation highlights how geopolitical tensions can impact UK monetary policy.
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Oil prices returning above $100 a barrel
Bank of England expected to keep rates on hold on Thursday.
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Renewed Iran conflict casts shadow over energy costs.
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- Could force Bank of England to raise interest rates
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Loaded language removed<p>Bank of England expected to keep rates on hold on Thursday but renewed Iran conflict casts shadow over energy costs</p><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/bankofenglandgovernor">The Bank of England</a> could be forced to tear up its economic forecasts and raise interest rates later this year if oil prices return to above $100 a barrel, according to City economists.</p><p>Before a…
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Renewed Iran conflict casts shadow over energy costs.
The GuardianEconomists say an interest rate hike could happen in the future because of conflict in the Middle East.
The GuardianBank of England expected to keep rates on hold on Thursday.
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