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Oil prices fall and stocks rise after Trump says Iran war 'very complete'

The US president's comments lead to a drop in crude costs and a rebound in shares.

JPY: June hike prospects support currency – ING

ING's Senior Economist Min Joo Kang argues that stronger Japan GDP data and resilient private spending support continued Bank of Japan (BoJ) policy normalisation, with a rate hike more likely in June than April.

AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Gains traction above 100-day EMA with bullish RSI momentum

The AUD/JPY cross trades in positive territory near 111.80 during the early European session on Tuesday. The Australian Dollar (AUD) strengthens against the Japanese Yen (JPY) as China's trade surplus grew more than expected at the beginning of 2026, driven by a significant surge in exports.

India: Tariff reset and sector winners – DBS

DBS Group Research’s Radhika Rao explains that the US and India have agreed a trade deal cutting reciprocal tariffs to 18%, with the final rate contingent on India continuing to reduce Oil imports from Russia.

BoJ’s Nakamura: Appropriate to conduct bond taper in predictable manner

Bank of Japan (BoJ) Executive Director Koji Nakamura said on Tuesday that it’s appropriate to conduct a bond taper in a predictable manner. Nakamura further stated that he will listen to views of various market players in compiling a new bond taper plan at the June policy meeting.

USD/INR remains stronger as US Dollar holds ground on risk-off mood

USD/INR rebounds after registering little losses in the previous session. However, the pair reached an all-time high of 92.81 on Monday as the Indian Rupee (INR) faces intense selling pressure amid increased risk aversion and higher oil prices.

Brent: Volatile war premium unwinds on Iran headlines – MUFG

MUFG’s Senior Currency Analyst Michael Wan highlights extreme volatility in Brent as prices spiked from US$90/bbl to US$120/bbl before retracing, driven by comments from President Trump that the Iran war could be ending soon.

Saudi Aramco CEO: I am concerned about elevated risks that people are facing in region

The President and CEO of Saudi Aramco, Amin H. Nasser, said on Tuesday that he is concerned about the elevated risks that people are facing in the region. He added that the company are doing its best to meet the majority of our customers' requirements under the current circumstances.

Gold holds steady below $5,200 amid Middle East tensions, Fed rate cut outlook

Gold (XAU/USD) sticks to modest intraday gains heading into the European session on Tuesday, though it lacks follow-through buying and remains below the $5,200 mark.

Fed: Conflict complicates rate-cut path – BNY

BNY’s Americas Macro Strategist John Velis argues that the Middle East conflict hits the U.S. economy via higher Oil prices, weaker portfolios and greater uncertainty, creating a negative supply shock.

CNY: Export strength underpins currency – Commerzbank

Volkmar Baur highlights exceptionally strong Chinese export data, with February exports up nearly 40% year-on-year and the combined January–February surplus reaching about 6.2% of GDP.

China exports surge in first two months of the year despite Trump tariffs

The jump in shipments puts the world's second largest economy on track to top the record-breaking annual trade surplus it saw in 2025.

Oil: Volatility, Hormuz risks and countdown clock – Rabobank

Rabobank strategists Molly Schwartz and Michael Every highlight extreme volatility in Brent, which spiked towards $120 before closing below $90, driven by Saudi supply disruptions, G7 stockpile plans and US policy options.

EUR/USD declines to near 1.1600 amid Middle East war

The EUR/USD pair edges lower to around 1.1615 during the early European session on Tuesday. Concerns over oil flow disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz boost the US Dollar (USD) as a safe-haven and create a headwind for the major pair.

RBA’s Hauser: Response depends on size and persistence of the price shock, that is very uncertain

Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser said on Tuesday that volatility in oil prices and the Middle East is a genuine challenge for central banks.  Hauser further stated that the response depends on the size and persistence of the price shock, which is very uncertain.

Europe: Energy shock tests policy response – Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered economists argue that Europe faces a renewed energy price shock from the Middle East conflict, with Oil and natural gas prices sharply higher.

USD/CHF steadies near 0.7800 on hopes for Iran conflict resolution

USD/CHF edges higher after two days of losses, trading around 0.7780 during the Asian hours on Tuesday. The pair gains ground as the US Dollar (USD) inches higher after a sharp intraday drop in the previous session.

USD/CAD Price Forecast: Seems vulnerable below 1.3600, trading range breakdown in play

The USD/CAD pair struggles to build on the overnight bounce from the 1.3525 area, or a nearly one-month low, and oscillates in a narrow band during the Asian session on Tuesday. Spot prices currently trade below the 1.3600 mark, nearly unchanged for the day, amid mixed fundamental cues.

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Softens below 183.50 on safe-haven demand, but holds mildly bullish outlook

The EUR/JPY cross loses traction to around 183.20 during the early European session on Tuesday. The Japanese Yen (JPY) strengthens against the Euro (EUR) as escalating conflict in the Middle East boosts safe-haven demand.

WTI Price Forecast: Retakes $88.00 as Strait of Hormuz closure fuel supply disruption fears

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil prices regain positive traction following the previous day's dramatic turnaround from the highest level since June 2022 and climb back above the $88.00 mark during the Asian session on Tuesday.

India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data

Gold prices rose in India on Tuesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

US Dollar Index gathers strength to near 99.00 on Middle East tensions, US CPI data looms

The US Dollar Index (DXY), an index of the value of the US Dollar (USD) measured against a basket of six world currencies, currently trades near 98.90 during the early European trading hours on Tuesday. The DXY edges higher amid uncertainty and persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East.

Silver Forecast: XAG/USD gains ground near $88.00, but bearish setup suggests further downside

Silver (XAG/USD) attracts some buyers in Tuesday’s early European trading hours. The white metal currently trades around $88.00, up 1.20% for the day, after facing a volatile session at the start of a new week.

China’s Trade Balance: Surplus widens in January-February as Exports surge

China's Trade Balance for January-February, in Chinese Yuan (CNY) terms, arrived at CNY1.5 trillion, widening from the previous figure of CNY808.80 billion.

Reeves to look at how to help households with heating oil bills

The chancellor said a meeting on Wednesday will explore ways to help households.

Australian Dollar remains subdued following China’s Trade Balance data

AUD/USD inches lower after two days of gains, trading around 0.7060 during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

Pound Sterling edges lower as Iran war concerns revive USD demand; downside seems limited

The GBP/USD pair struggles to capitalize on the previous day's move higher and edges lower during the Asian session on Tuesday. Spot prices, however, manage to hold above the 1.3400 mark as investors await further developments surrounding the US-Israel-Iran war before placing fresh directional bets.

NZD/USD drifts lower, eyes 0.5800 mark as renewed safe-haven buying benefits USD

The NZD/USD pair attracts some sellers during the Asian session on Tuesday and erodes a part of the previous day's goodish recovery gains from levels just below mid-0.5800s.

Canadian Dollar weakens as Oil prices ease after Trump remarks

USD/CAD edges higher after two days of losses, trading around 1.3600 during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

Iran’s IRGC warns it could block oil exports if US, Israel attacks continue

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that Tehran will determine when the war ends, not the United States (US). The IRGC warned that if US and Israeli attacks continue, Iran could block regional oil exports.

Japanese Yen bulls seem hesitant as Oil supply concerns counter upward revision of Q4 GDP

The USD/JPY pair attracts fresh sellers following a modest Asian session uptick to the 158.00 neighborhood and turns lower for the second consecutive day on Tuesday.

EUR/USD softens below 1.1650 as Middle East turmoil boosts US Dollar

The EUR/USD pair loses ground to near 1.1620 during the early Asian session on Tuesday. The US Dollar (USD) edges higher against the Euro (EUR) on fears that a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could disrupt global energy supplies and weigh on economic growth.

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD rises to near $87.50 as Oil prices ease from highs

Silver price (XAG/USD) extends its gains for the third successive session, trading around $87.60 per troy ounce during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

How worried are Americans about rising petrol prices?

The BBC spoke to New Yorkers about how the conflict in Iran is driving up prices at the pump - and how it's impacting their wallets.

Faisal Islam: Trump comments may have eased oil price surge, but havoc remains

It has been the most volatile day of oil trading in world history, and there is much still to play out.

GPS jamming: The invisible battle in the Middle East

GPS jamming has made navigation hazardous in the Gulf, spurring efforts to develop alternatives.

G7 to take 'necessary measures' to support energy supplies

Finance ministers and the IEA discussed options for stabilising oil prices which surpassed $100.

Why the price of oil matters more than you might think

A shock to oil supplies is rattling financial markets, driving up prices at the pump and raising fears of a bigger economic hit.

Anthropic sues US government for calling it a risk

The artificial intelligence company has been in a public fight with US government leaders over use of its tools like Claude

Iran war impacts heating oil bills for homeowners

Some residents say they have seen prices more than double since the conflict started.

Rural households feel the pinch of war in Iran

North Yorkshire residents using oil tanks to fuel their homes say bills are soaring.

How the Iran war may affect your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

Six ways the Iran war could affect you - in charts

With fuel and gas prices having risen in recent days, here are some ways the conflict could affect households.

How high could UK petrol and diesel prices go?

For every $10 rise in oil prices, motorists face paying roughly 7p per litre more in the UK.

Asia governments to cap fuel prices as oil costs jump

The price of crude has surged above $100 on concerns about shortages due to supply disruptions.

Frank Elderson: Nature in decline, economy on the line: the importance of international cooperation for managing nature-related risks

Spain's migrants welcome amnesty: 'It will help us in every way'

Madrid cites humanitarian and economic reasons to give undocumented workers legal status.

Christine Lagarde: Interview with ELLE Magazine

Emirates resumes some Dubai flights – what's the latest on travel to UK?

New flights to the UK from the Middle East follow days of widespread air travel disruption since late February which has left many Britons stranded.

There’s an inflation wave coming - what does the Iran war mean for the UK economy?

Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam.

Oil price at two-year high after Qatar warns all Gulf production could stop within days

Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi says oil could hit $150 a barrel if the Iran conflict continues over the coming weeks.

Mayor Sadiq Khan invites embattled AI firm Anthropic to expand in London

The letter from London's mayor came as the US moved to designate the company a supply chain risk.

Flight paths squeezed as Iran conflict closes more airspace

A drone attack on Azerbaijan has narrowed choices for airlines scrambling to respond to disruption in the Gulf.

Axel Springer agrees to buy Telegraph Media Group in £575m deal

Last year the Daily Mail and General Trust proposed to buy the company in a £500m takeover.

Isabel Schnabel: Navigating inflation and employment in an era of supply shocks and AI

Surge in jet fuel prices could push up air fares, analysts warn

Disruption to supplies from the Gulf due to the Middle East conflict has pushed the cost up by more than 80%.

US economy unexpectedly sheds 92,000 jobs in February

The contraction came as a surprise with payrolls down in nearly every sector.

Piero Cipollone: Digital euro

Price of first class stamps to rise to £1.80

Royal Mail says the increase reflects the rise in delivery costs, but the move angers consumer groups.

Lenders lift mortgage rates as Iran war hits borrowing costs

Nationwide, HSBC and Coventry Building Society are all putting some mortgage rates up.

US eases sanctions on Russian oil sales to India during Iran conflict

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent gives India a 30-day waiver to buy Russian crude as a "stop gap measure".

Anthropic vows to sue Pentagon over supply chain risk label

The supply chain risk designation of the artificial intelligence firm is a first for a US company.

Can snacks help you sleep?

Chocolates, bars, gummies and drinks promise to help you sleep, but is the science behind them sound?

One in 7 shops in UK has turned cashless in the past year, survey finds

Some 14% of small High Street traders have gone card only in the last year, a survey suggests.

Christine Lagarde: Technology, fragmentation and the new uncertainty

Meeting of 4-5 February 2026

We have more privacy controls yet less privacy than ever

Has online privacy become "a luxury not a right" for us all in 2026?

Statistical Notice 2026/02 - BEEDS user acceptance testing (UAT) environment – Statistical taxonomy v1.3.1 FINAL

Statistical Notices update the definitions and guidance contained in the Banking Statistics Yellow Folder

Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami

Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.

Philip R. Lane: Interview with Financial Times

President Lagarde launches EuroSteps Walking Challenge at event promoting women’s financial literacy

Deepfake attack: 'Many people could have been cheated'

The boss of the Bombay Stock Exchange was recently targeted in what is a growing global problem.

OPEC+ agrees modest oil output boost even as US war on Iran disrupts shipments

Trump warns Iran as new strikes follow Khamenei’s death

U.S. dollar seen strengthening as U.S.-Israel strikes intensify

Regional leaders warned Trump of $100+ oil threat, analyst says

Global gas markets face their biggest shock since 2022 on Iran conflict

5 big analyst AI moves: Google upgraded, 4 software names cut on AI risks

Market analysts react to US-Israel strikes on Iran

Strategists see only temporary market impact from Iran strikes

Is AI killing jobs? The vacancy data tells a different story

Berkshire’s operating profit slides nearly 30% on insurance underwriting

Decisions taken by the Governing Council of the ECB (in addition to decisions setting interest rates)

Braddick to take the helm at the UK’s banking watchdog

Katharine Braddick CB appointed as the next Deputy Governor for Prudential Regulation at the Bank of England and Chief Executive of the Prudential Regulation Authority, succeeding Sam Woods when his term ends in June 2026.

ECB Consumer Expectations Survey results – January 2026

Number of counterfeit euro banknotes remains low in 2025

Why you can't get a signal at festivals and sports matches

Connecting up music and sports events to the internet is a massive undertaking.

Court minutes from 2023 that were previously redacted

The Bank's Court of Directors acts as a unitary board, setting the organisation's strategy and budget and taking key decisions on resourcing and appointments. Required to meet a minimum seven times per year, it has five executive members from the Bank and up to nine non-executive members.

Minutes of the Meeting of the Court of Directors held on 9 December 2025

The Bank's Court of Directors acts as a unitary board, setting the organisation's strategy and budget and taking key decisions on resourcing and appointments. Required to meet a minimum seven times per year, it has five executive members from the Bank and up to nine non-executive members.

Financial statements of the ECB for 2025

Christine Lagarde: Hearing of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs of the European Parliament

The family-owned soda firm that still uses returnable glass bottles

Soft drinks company Twig's Beverage has a loyal following for its old-fashioned approach.

ECB adopts opinion on appointment of its future Vice-President

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on January 20 and 28, 2026

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on January 20 and 28, 2026

Orbital space race heats up in Arctic north

Europe lags far behind the US and China in orbital space launches, but new facilities are opening up.

Christine Lagarde: Turning size into scale: Europe’s new growth model

Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica?

Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers.

How do you modernise mango farming?

India's mango farmers are being urged to innovate as climate change makes cultivation "unpredictable".

The two farms in Senegal that supply many of the UK's vegetables

During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, January 27–28, 2026

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, January 27–28, 2026

Reddit's human content wins amid the AI flood

Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.

Summary of AI roundtables - February 2026

The Bank of England held roundtable meetings with representatives from regulated firms on the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI and ML), to better understand the constraints that firms may be facing.

Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain

The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.

Minutes of the Market Participants Group meeting – 12 February 2026

The Market Participants Group (MPG) is a senior-level forum for financial market participants to share their views on relevant themes and narratives in financial markets with members of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee.

The US economy is growing - so where are all the jobs?

As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay.

Get a grip: Robotics firms struggle to develop hands

Developing a durable and affordable hand is one of the biggest challenges in robotics.

Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?

The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.

The Dutch love four-day working weeks, but are they sustainable?

The Netherlands has the lowest working hours in Europe, but some say it is harming its economy.

Foreign Currency Reserves 2026 – Market Notice 10 February 2026

Not for distribution, directly or indirectly, in or into the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan or any other jurisdiction where it is unlawful to distribute this announcement

Why food fraud persists, even with improving tech

Even with sophisticated technology it is still difficult to detect fake foods.

Foreign Currency Reserves 2026 – Market Notice 9 February 2026

Not for distribution, directly or indirectly, in or into the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan or any other jurisdiction where it is unlawful to distribute this announcement

Green notice 2026/01

Green notices cover significant and/or significant proposals for Bank of England reporting. If any of these proposals are finalised and are to be implemented, they will appear in a statistical notice.

Update on changes to country groupings for International Banking Statistics

This article provides an update regarding implementing changes for country grouping conventions used in statistics covering the international business of monetary financial institutions operating in the UK and the consolidated claims of UK headquartered monetary financial institutions.

Bank Rate maintained at 3.75% - February 2026 Monetary Policy Summary and Minutes

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee is responsible for making decisions about Bank Rate.

Results of the Semi-Annual FX Turnover Surveys in October 2025

In October 2025, 25 financial institutions active in the UK foreign exchange (FX) market participated in the semi-annual turnover survey for the Foreign Exchange Joint Standing Committee (FXJSC).

Regulators announce first firms to join Scale-up Unit

The Prudential Regulation Authority and Financial Conduct Authority have announced the first cohort of banks and building societies to benefit from their joint Scale-up Unit.

Letter from Ruth Smith on firms’ preparations for the third Resolvability Assessment Framework (RAF) assessment

Letter to Chief Financial Officers of the major UK banks ahead of the third RAF assessment

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Open Market Committee reaffirms its "Statement on Longer-Run Goals and Monetary Policy Strategy"

Federal Open Market Committee reaffirms its "Statement on Longer-Run Goals and Monetary Policy Strategy"

PRA to streamline supervision as part of 2026 priorities

The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has today published its supervisory priorities for 2026, outlining in a letter its sector-specific priorities for the coming year to all banks, building societies, insurers and other PRA-regulated firms.

UK and EU regulators sign Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen oversight of critical third parties

The Financial Conduct Authority, Bank of England and Prudential Regulation Authority (UK regulators) have together signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the European Supervisory Authorities to enhance cooperation and oversight of critical third parties (CTPs) that fall under the UK’s CTP regime.

International central bankers on the statement by Federal Reserve Chair Powell on 11 January 2026

We stand in full solidarity with the Federal Reserve System and its Chair Jerome H. Powell.

The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse

There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?

Asset Purchase Facility: Gilt Sales Amendment – Market Notice 8 January 2026

This Market Notice sets out amendment to the schedule for sales in Q1 2026 of gilts held in the Asset Purchase Facility (APF) for monetary policy purposes.

Statistical Notice 2026/01 - Bank of England Levy: Deadline for Eligible Liabilities Return form submission for the Levy Year 2026/27

Statistical Notices update the definitions and guidance contained in the Banking Statistics Yellow Folder

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meeting on December 10, 2025

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meeting on December 10, 2025

Minutes of the UK Money Markets Code Sub-Committee – December 2025

The Money Markets Committee is a forum for market participants and authorities to discuss the UK unsecured deposits and funding market and securities lending and repo markets.

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, December 9–10, 2025

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, December 9–10, 2025

Minutes of the Meeting of the Court of Directors held on 28 October 2025

The Bank's Court of Directors acts as a unitary board, setting the organisation's strategy and budget and taking key decisions on resourcing and appointments. Required to meet a minimum seven times per year, it has five executive members from the Bank and up to nine non-executive members.

Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas

Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?

Asset Purchase Facility: Gilt Sales – Market Notice 19 December 2025

This Market Notice sets out the schedule for sales in Q1 2026 of gilts held in the Asset Purchase Facility (APF) for monetary policy purposes.

Minutes of the Money Market Committee meeting – December 2025

The Money Markets Committee is a forum for market participants and authorities to discuss the UK unsecured deposits and funding market and securities lending and repo markets.

Artificial Intelligence Consortium minutes – October 2025

The Artificial Intelligence Consortium (AIC) aims to provide a platform for public-private engagement to further dialogue on the capabilities, development, deployment, use, and potential risks of artificial intelligence (AI) in UK financial services.

Exchange of letters between the Governor and the Chancellor regarding CPI Inflation - December 2025

Exchange of letters between the Governor and the Chancellor

Monetary Policy Committee dates for 2027

Provisional dates for Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announcements on Bank Rate and publication of MPC meeting minutes and the quarterly Monetary Policy Report.

Bank Rate reduced to 3.75% - December 2025 Monetary Policy Summary and Minutes

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee is responsible for making decisions about Bank Rate.

Index-linked Treasury Stock

Index-linked treasury stocks are gilts issued by the UK Government. They pay out twice a year, with the amount indexed to the Retail Prices Index.

Statistical Notice 2025/06 - Bank of England Statistics Taxonomy 1.3.1 release note

Statistical Notices update the definitions and guidance contained in the Banking Statistics Yellow Folder

David Roberts reappointed as Chair of the Bank of England’s Court of Directors and Dame Anne Glover and Diana Noble reappointed as Non‑Executive Directors

David Roberts has been reappointed as Chair of the Court of the Bank of England by His Majesty the King

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release economic projections from the December 9-10 FOMC meeting

Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release economic projections from the December 9-10 FOMC meeting

Minutes of the London FXJSC Operations Sub-Committee Meeting – 18 September 2025

The Bank of England chairs the London Foreign Exchange Joint Standing Committee (FXJSC) Operations Sub-Committee. The FXJSC is made up of market participants, infrastructure providers and the UK financial regulators.

Minutes of the London FXJSC Legal Sub-committee Meeting – 17 September 2025

The Bank of England chairs the London Foreign Exchange Joint Standing Committee (FXJSC) Legal Sub-Committee. The FXJSC is made up of market participants, infrastructure providers and the UK financial regulators.

Minutes of the London FXJSC Main Committee Meeting – 25 September 2025

The Bank of England chairs the London Foreign Exchange Joint Standing Committee (FXJSC), which is a forum for discussion of the wholesale foreign exchange market. The FXJSC is made up of market participants, infrastructure providers and the UK financial regulators.

Update to lending and deposit spread of the Operational Standing Facility – Market Notice 8 December 2025

In line with the Bank's transition to a repo-led, demand-driven operational framework for providing reserves, the Bank is today announcing a reduction in the spread to Bank Rate of the Operational Standing Facility (OSF). This Market Notice confirms the new, recalibrated spread of the OSF at Bank Rate +15bps for the lending facility and Bank Rate -15bps for the deposit facility. As with all SMF facilities, the OSFs are 'open for business' and should be used by SMF participants for the purposes of liquidity management.

Regulators announce plans to support growth of mutuals sector

A raft of new measures designed to support the growth of the mutuals sector have been announced today by the financial regulators. They include a review of credit union regulations and the launch of a Mutual Societies Development Unit by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Bank of England launches system-wide exploratory scenario exercise focused on private markets

The Bank of England (the Bank) has today launched its second system-wide exploratory scenario (SWES) exercise. This will focus on how the private markets ecosystem operates under stress and the potential implications for UK financial stability and the UK real economy.

Financial Policy Committee Record - December 2025

Our Financial Policy Committee (FPC) meets to identify risks to financial stability and agree policy actions aimed at safeguarding the resilience of the UK financial system.

Statistical Notice 2025/05 - Confidentiality Permission Review 2026

Statistical Notices update the definitions and guidance contained in the Banking Statistics Yellow Folder

Remit and recommendations for the Financial Policy Committee – November 2025

Exchange of letters between the Governor and the Chancellor

Remit for the Monetary Policy Committee - November 2025

Letter from the Chancellor to the Governor

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on October 6, October 20, and October 29, 2025

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on October 6, October 20, and October 29, 2025

FCA recognises the revised FX Global Code and UK Money Markets Code

The Bank of England welcomes the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recognition of the 2024 versions of the FX Global Code and UK Money Markets Code under its code recognition scheme.

Statement on the Bank’s Black Heritage Sponsored Internship

Statement from the Bank of England

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, October 28-29, 2025

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, October 28-29, 2025

PRA confirms FSCS deposit limit to be increased to £120,000 from 1 December

From the start of December, UK bank customers will benefit from an increase to the maximum amount they would be reimbursed for if their bank were to fail

Megan Greene reappointed as external member of the Monetary Policy Committee

Megan Greene has been reappointed as an external member of the Monetary Policy Committee by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves

Bank of England, Monetary Authority of Singapore, and Bank of Thailand to explore synchronised FX settlement across borders

The Bank of England, the Monetary Authority of Singapore, and the Bank of Thailand announced a collaboration to explore the technical and policy implications of settling foreign exchange (FX) transactions using synchronised settlement mechanisms.

Minutes of the Market Participants Group meeting – 12 November 2025

This was the first meeting of the Market Participants Group (MPG), a senior-level forum for financial market participants to share their views on relevant themes and narratives in financial markets with members of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee.

Minutes of the CBDC Engagement Forum - February 2025

Meeting of the CBDC Engagement Forum

Exchange of letters between the Governor and the Chancellor on the Asset Purchase Facility - November 2025

Exchange of letters between the Governor and the Chancellor

Minutes of the Money Market Committee meeting – September 2025

The Money Markets Committee is a forum for market participants and authorities to discuss the UK unsecured deposits and funding market and securities lending and repo markets.

Bank of England launches consultation on regulating systemic stablecoins

The Bank of England (the Bank) has today published a consultation paper (CP) setting out its proposed regulatory regime for sterling-denominated systemic stablecoins.

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on August 18 and September 17, 2025

Minutes of the Board's discount rate meetings on August 18 and September 17, 2025

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, September 16–17, 2025

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, September 16–17, 2025

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release economic projections from the September 16-17 FOMC meeting

Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee release economic projections from the September 16-17 FOMC meeting