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  • A Bank of England interest rate cut is almost inevitable: It’s a shame it’ll prove ineffective

    In all likelihood, today will see the most predictable yet most ineffective policy move from the Bank of England in its 19 years of monetary policy independence. We should be concerned, especially on the second point, because at a time when the economy is slowing, the limited ability of the Bank to lend a helping hand should [...]

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