Bank of England warns of higher inflation due to Middle East war
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 10:45 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Business
The Guardian Business reports that the Bank of England has left interest rates unchanged but warned that the UK may need to brace for hikes later this year, citing the war in the Middle East. No other sources provide additional information on this story.
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