News · 19 March 2026

Bank of England Keeps Rate at 3.75%

Households face potential increases in living expenses, as fuel and heating oil costs have risen, sparking inflation worries. The central bank confirmed its key borrowing rate would remain unchanged this week, a move financial analysts had broadly predicted. The rate now stands at 3.75%, maintained despite earlier calls for a reduction before recent global unrest began.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 March 2026 at 12:03

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