Wrapping up our coverage of the markets and the week.

Latest GDP data will add to the case for Bank of England rate cuts.

Falling inflation is paving the way for lower borrowing costs, and the timeline for rate cuts has shifted.

Wrapping up our coverage of the markets and the week.

Unexpected uptick in UK inflation and more positive economic data in January keeps the UK central bank in “wait and see” mode.

The European Central Bank paused its rate cutting cycle for the fifth consecutive time, with eurozone inflation seen as under control despite downside risks.

Most economists expect the European Central Bank to stay on hold as inflation seems under control.

Falling interest rates could support a housing market recovery.

Inflation now below target, but ECB unlikely to lower interest rates on Feb. 5

First monetary policy meeting of the year comes after an uptick in UK inflation at the end of 2025.