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Interest rates may rise to tackle inflation, Bank of England warns
The Bank of England's Governor, Andrew Bailey, stated that officials are unable to postpone action until there is undeniable proof of escalating energy costs permeating the economy. If higher energy prices continue, businesses may raise prices or workers ask for more pay, risking embedded inflation. The Bank of England's recent forecasts indicate inflation at 3.1%, with some predictions of a peak around 4% before declining.
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