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Markets have priced in a rise to 4% later this year and two further increases in 2027

Today’s figures put a rate hike "into the category of a genuine consideration", with at least one expected this year, industry experts say.

Pill believes the Committee should be making an "active choice about Bank Rate".

UK economy's June bounceback "emboldens hawks and increases chance of interest rate rise”, industry experts say.

Industry experts have cautioned that today's hold is 'not a signal that rate cuts are back on the table', instead not ruling out a base rate rise before the end of 2026.

The Bank of England is expected to maintain its 'wait and see' approach at next week's meeting.

The UK economy is showing signs of resilience despite an uncertain geopolitical environment. 

More than two thirds of those questioned expect the economy to slow, while just 3% anticipate growth.

The surprise inflation figures "could trigger a mortgage price war", industry experts predict.

As a result, many expect the Bank of England to adopt a 'wait and see' approach to interest rates at its meeting next week.