Bank of England Holds at 4.5%, Signals Caution Amid Persistent Inflation and Global Volatility

In its March 2025 meeting, the Bank of England (BOE) voted 8–1 to hold the Bank Rate steady at 4.5%, with a single dissenting voice advocating for a 25-basis point cut to 4.25%. This decision reflects the MPC’s commitment to price stability amid a complex backdrop of elevated inflation, lingering geopolitical risk, and increased global […]