ING economists expect a 7-2 vote to raise the Bank of England's key rate this week and see a likely February follow-up unless energy prices collapse. They frame the move as insurance against inflation risks as U.K. inflation approaches 4%, a level the BOE previously flagged for second-round effects. Prior coverage put consensus at a 25-basis-point rise to 4% at Thursday's meeting, with the BOE seen pushing back against aggressive hike expectations.
Sentimentbearish 35
Bearish · 35 of 100
Impact35
low · stays off the top drivers
Confidence90%
high confidence · single wire
Eventdeveloping
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