Bank of England's Interest Rate Cut Amid Global Uncertainty
The Bank of England reduced its main interest rate to 4.25% due to global economic uncertainties from U.S. tariff policies. Inflation pressures led to this fourth rate cut in recent months. A potential U.S.-UK trade deal might ease some economic uncertainty, but U.S.-China trade tensions remain a concern.

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In a bid to navigate through global economic uncertainties sparked by U.S. tariff policies, the Bank of England has cut its main interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 4.25%. This fourth rate reduction since August comes amidst varying opinions within the Monetary Policy Committee.
Bank Governor Andrew Bailey highlighted the easing of inflationary pressures, emphasizing the need for a careful approach to sustaining economic stability. Although a potential U.S.-UK trade deal might reduce tariff burdens, looming U.S.-China trade tensions still pose significant risks to global growth.
Despite the rate cut, the inflation rate is expected to exceed the Bank's 2% target in the short-term. Meanwhile, the U.S. Federal Reserve has held off on changing rates, waiting to assess the impact of tariffs on the economy.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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