Newsflash: Bank of England base rate cut to 4.25%
As of 8 May 2025, the Bank of England has cut the base rate to help ease borrowing costs and support growth. The move comes amid inflation concerns and economic uncertainty, with more rate cuts likely this year.
Mikayla Morkel-Brink ● May 9, 2025
In a significant move aimed at supporting the UK economy, the Bank of England has announced a base rate cut to 4.25%. This reduction, down from the previous 4.5%, reflects the central bank’s ongoing efforts to balance economic stability amid shifting market conditions.
The decision comes as the UK faces a complex economic landscape, marked by persistent inflation, changing global trade dynamics and ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Lowering the base rate is intended to ease borrowing costs for businesses and consumers, potentially stimulating growth and investment. Most economists expect one or two more rate cuts from the Bank of England by the end of the year.
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