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Iran war is having a dramatic effect on the UK economy
When news first broke about the war in Iran, not many people would have predicted the chain effect that it would have on UK mortgage markets and the UK economy as a whole.
Bank of England reduces interest rates
The Bank of England has hinted that there could be rate cuts coming but with the target inflation rate of 2%1 expected to be reached in spring, the Bank is unlikely to cut rates too quickly or by too far.
UK set for booming mortgage market
Mortgage brokers are predicting that the UK mortgage market is going to be booming in 2026.
Bank of England reduces interest rates to 3.75%
On 18 December 2025, the Bank of England announced that interest rates have been cut to 3.75%1. The policyholder votes were split 5-4 in favour of lowering rates by 0.25% and the vote results suggest that further cuts are likely to be more contested in 2026.
Budget 2025: Key points at a glance
After months of speculation and predictions, the Budget was announced in the House of Commons on 26 November 2025. The Treasury has outlined multiple tax and additional financial changes that aim to raise £29 billion by 2029-30.
