Tagged: bank of england

July 16, 2025 @ 9:31 am By JD Alois  |  

The UK Office for National Statistics reported today that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by 3.6% in the 12 months to June 2025, up from 3.4% in the 12 months to May.  Expectations had been for the rate to remain unchanged. Core CPI (CPI… Read More

July 15, 2025 @ 11:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an address that underscores growing concerns over the evolving landscape of digital finance, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has issued a stern warning to commercial banks considering the issuance of their own stablecoins. As reported by the Times, Bailey says he prefers tokenized… Read More

July 14, 2025 @ 10:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bank of England has announced a comprehensive review to ensure continued access to physical currency, particularly for the most vulnerable members of society. This decision comes amid reports that some Britons, especially those reliant on cash for daily transactions, are increasingly facing challenges as… Read More

July 14, 2025 @ 8:55 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bank of England (BoE) has been active in July 2025, releasing critical updates on financial stability, regulatory adjustments, and public engagement efforts. These initiatives reflect the BoE’s commitment to maintaining a resilient financial system while addressing economic challenges and fostering innovation. Below, we touch… Read More

July 8, 2025 @ 5:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bank of England has recently published a series of working papers and a notable speech by Professor Alan Taylor, shedding light on critical economic issues ranging from historical inflation to modern monetary policy tools. These publications offer insights into the UK’s economic history, the… Read More

June 24, 2025 @ 12:51 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bank of England (BoE) has recently made significant strides in enhancing transparency, reinforcing global financial standards, and advancing its economic forecasting capabilities. These efforts reflect the central bank’s commitment to fostering trust, stability, and precision in its operations amid a complex economic landscape. In… Read More

June 19, 2025 @ 9:53 am By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England decided to hold rates steady today, mainly due to concerns about sticky inflation. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), by a six-to-three vote, decided to hold the bank rate at 4.25%. The three dissenters preferred to lower rates by 25 basis points. The… Read More

May 8, 2025 @ 9:04 am By JD Alois  |  

Today, the Bank of England cut its Bank Rate by 25 basis points. This is in contrast to the US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold rates steady due to stagflation concerns. The BoE decision was not unanimous with some wanting a more aggressive cut and… Read More

May 8, 2025 @ 7:26 am By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England has cut benchmark rates by 25 basis points (bps), setting the Bank Rate at 4.25%. This decision arrived the day after the US Federal Reserve held rates steady, primarily due to economic uncertainty. According to the Bank, the decision to cut… Read More

April 14, 2025 @ 10:13 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a significant move to enhance the UK’s financial infrastructure, the Bank of England has released its response to a February 2024 discussion paper on reviewing access to Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) accounts for settlement. The response outlines the Bank’s commitment to expanding RTGS access,… Read More

April 9, 2025 @ 10:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

SEI (NASDAQ:SEIC) announced that SEI Investments (Europe) Limited will partner with Ctrl Alt, a tokenization platform, and participate in the Bank of England’s Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS). The DSS aims to facilitate innovation in market infrastructure and protect financial stability and market integrity by “evaluating… Read More

April 4, 2025 @ 8:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Ctrl Alt will explore tokenization in the Bank of England’s Digital Securities Sandbox, analyzing how digital ledger technology can improve efficiencies whilst working with the FCA to “integrate these innovative models into new frameworks.” As confirmed in the announcement, Ctrl Alt has been officially admitted… Read More

March 21, 2025 @ 10:41 am By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to hold its benchmark rate steady at 4.5%. This follows the US Federal Reserve’s decision not to change its rates. The MPC voted 8 to 1, with one member preferring to cut rates by 25 basis… Read More

March 7, 2025 @ 9:15 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Karim Haji, Global and UK Head of Financial Services at KPMG, comments on the Money and Credit statistical release from the Bank of England. Karim Haji from KPMG noted that the sharp rise in borrowing suggests that many households “struggled to stretch disposable incomes between Christmas… Read More

February 6, 2025 @ 11:30 am By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England has cut benchmark rates by 25 basis points to 4.5%, a move anticipated by markets. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of England holds a similar target as the US of achieving a 2% inflation rate. In Q4 2024,… Read More

January 15, 2025 @ 11:07 pm By JD Alois  |  

UK inflation (Consumer Prices Index including owner occupiers’ housing costs – CPIH) declined slightly in an unexpected development. Inflation was measured at an annual rate of 2.5% in December, down from November at 2.6%. On a monthly basis, the consumer price index rose by 0.3%… Read More

January 14, 2025 @ 8:57 am By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England and HM Treasury are in the design phase for the creation of a digital pound or central bank digital currency. A consultation paper outlined the framework as a precursor to a possible digital currency. The update by the Bank is said… Read More

November 22, 2024 @ 8:46 am By JD Alois  |  

The Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have jointly published a report indicating that 75% of financial firms already use artificial intelligence (AI). AI rocketed to public perception following the release of ChatGPT. Consumer development of AI fueled a need for all… Read More

November 20, 2024 @ 7:39 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bank of England has launched a consultation on Fundamental Rules for Financial Market Infrastructures and shares its approach to FMI supervision. The Bank aims to introduce a set of Fundamental Rules for UK Financial Market Infrastructures (FMIs), essential to the safe operation of the… Read More

November 10, 2024 @ 1:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

KPMG has shared comments on the latest Bank of England monetary policy committee decision. Yael Selfin, Chief Economist at KPMG UK said that the Bank of England strikes a “balanced tone with [the recent] cut to the bank rate.” Selfin added that after a pause in… Read More