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UK interest rates might follow

The Bank of England often watches what the US Federal Reserve does. If the US raises rates to fight inflation, the Bank of England might feel pressure to do the same to keep the pound stable and control inflation here. This could mean higher borrowing costs for everyone in the UK.

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US central bank expected to raise interest rates by a quarter on Wednesday

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