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UK markets pricing in 3 interest-rate cuts this year after soft retail sales

UK traders anticipate three interest rate cuts due to disappointing retail sales. Bonds rise, the pound declines, and investor confidence wanes ahead of potential market downturns.

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BoE to cut in February after inflation downside miss: BofA

UK inflation fell to 2.5% in December, driven by a decrease in services inflation, influencing potential BoE interest rate cuts amidst economic uncertainty.

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UK inflation drop leads to expectation of more Bank of England rate cuts

Traders anticipate interest rate cuts from the Bank of England due to decreasing UK inflation, although concerns about future yields and fiscal issues remain.

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Deutsche Bank reacts to BoE's cautious rate cut to 4.75%

The Bank of England cut the Bank Rate to 4.75%, revising growth forecasts upward, with concerns about inflation and future rate cuts dependent on economic conditions.

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• FTSE

UK inflation hits 8-month high

British inflation reached 2.6% in November, an eight-month high, while services inflation remained steady, influencing Bank of England's interest rate expectations.

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UK average weekly earnings rise more than forecast in October

UK's average weekly earnings rose significantly in October, with private sector growth reaching 5.4%, surpassing forecasts, indicating strong earnings momentum.

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Goldman Sachs expects UK unemployment to hold at 4.3% in October

Goldman Sachs predicts stable UK unemployment at 4.3%, increased pay growth, and slight inflation rises for November, influenced by NHS pay and fuel price increases.

• FTSE
• GBP/USD

BoE Governor sees gradual rate cuts in next year

Bailey hints at gradual interest rate cuts amid fluctuating inflation, addressing trade tariffs' complexities while markets anticipate four reductions in the coming year.

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• HK50

eToro highlights UK stocks for potential Santa rally

• FTSE

Inflation pressures UK household spending ahead of Christmas, Asda says