EUR/GBP: BoE Caution Versus ECB Determination
Source: Action Forex - https://www.actionforex.com/contributors/technical-analysis/645807-eur-gbp-boe-caution-versus-ecb-determination/
Published: Jul 01, 2026 7:23 AM
Against the backdrop of a weak UK economy and inflation above target, the Bank of England paused on 18 June, leaving the base rate unchanged at 3.75% for a fourth consecutive meeting, despite internal disagreements among committee members over the need for a rate hike. The contrast with the European Central Bank's actions was notable: on 11 June, the ECB raised interest rates in response to a surge in eurozone inflation driven by higher energy prices amid the Middle East conflict.
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