Mixed signals
The majority/minority split tells you more than the decision. An 8–1 hold is more GBP-bullish than a 5–4 split, because the latter signals the committee is closer to a cut.
UK services inflation has historically been stickier than other G10 economies. Until it falls consistently, the BoE has less room to cut — which supports GBP relative to EUR and CHF.
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The IMF's suggestion that the Bank of England may need to cut rates, rather than hike as markets expected, is likely to weaken the pound (GBPUSD) over the next few days because lower rates reduce the currency's yield advantage. However, the picture is complicated by the Iran war driving oil prices higher, which could push inflation up and force the BoE to hike despite the IMF's advice — creating uncertainty. As a result, UK gilt yields are expected to fall initially on the dovish signal, but this could reverse if inflation fears dominate. If you're watching the pound, keep an eye on GBPUSD and UK bond yields this week.
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