Bank Of England Signals Imminent Rate Cuts: 'More Than Currently Priced Into The Market'
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
The Bank of England (BoE) maintained interest rates at 5.25%, with a 7-2 vote split. Despite this, Governor Andrew Bailey signaled potential rate cuts in the coming quarters, more than market expectations, based on projections of declining inflation to below the 2% target within three years. This dovish stance suggests a shift in monetary policy, with a rate cut possibly as early as June. The British pound stabilized, while policy-sensitive yields fell, indicating market anticipation of a rate cut. UK stocks, including those tracked by the iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWU), saw gains.
May 09, 2024 | 1:42 pm
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The iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF (EWU) saw a 0.6% rise following the BoE's announcement and dovish outlook on future rate cuts, indicating positive market sentiment towards UK stocks.
The BoE's indication of potential rate cuts, more aggressive than market expectations, has led to a positive reaction in UK financial markets. This optimism is reflected in the rise of the EWU, as lower interest rates can stimulate economic growth and boost stock prices. The specific mention of the FTSE 100 index's rise, which EWU broadly tracks, directly links the BoE's policy outlook to EWU's performance.
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