Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.
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- Primary source: BBC
- Published: Jul 30, 2026, 4:33 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Economy & Markets
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