Country: GB | Published: 2026-09-17
UK markets are in a holding pattern ahead of the Bank of England's decision, with inflation at a five-month high yet policymakers widely expected to keep rates unchanged as an ener
UK markets are in a holding pattern ahead of the Bank of England's decision, with inflation at a five-month high yet policymakers widely expected to keep rates unchanged as an energy shock fuels debate over a possible future hike. Sterling sits roughly flat, reflecting the wait-and-see mood, while a share buyback announcement from a UK construction firm offers a modest lift to corporate sentiment. Attention now turns to the Bank's guidance for clues on how it weighs sticky inflation against weakening growth.