
The Bank of England raised interest rates, with all policymakers voting in favour; Catherine Mann preferred a 50-basis-point increase. Governor Andrew Bailey said another rise was likely unless the war ends suddenly, while Commerzbank expects the next increase in February.
Sterling’s initial gains faded.
Higher UK rates can support sterling, affecting the cost of imported feed and agricultural inputs priced in dollars, though the article reports that the pound’s gains faded. The potential for further increases adds uncertainty to currency pricing for UK buyers.
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