Bank of England Pill backs higher rates to curb inflation

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill stated that raising interest rates will help reduce future inflation pressures stemming from the Iran war. He argues that prompt action prevents more aggressive hikes later.

Chief Economist and Executive Director for Monetary Analysis and Research at the Bank of England Huw Pill poses for a portrait following an interview with Reuters at the Bank of England in London, Britain, February 12, 2025. REUTERS/Suzanne Plunkett

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said Thursday afternoon that raising interest rates now would help stem inflation pressures sparked by the conflict in Iran. The move aims to prevent temporary price spikes from becoming entrenched in the United Kingdom economy.

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