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Why did the Bank raise rates?
The Bank of England raised rates to 4 percent to combat inflation, which is partly driven by Middle East events. By making borrowing more expensive, they aim to reduce spending across the economy, including on houses. This cools demand and helps bring down the overall rate at which prices are rising.
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