The Sky News Business Podcast · Sky News

Interest rates, watches and weapons

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Wage inflation is currently three times the Bank of England's target rate, creating a key policy dilemma.
This episode covers the Bank of England's interest rate decision with expert analysis from Barclays economist Jack Meaning, plus business news including a hostile takeover bid in Spanish banking, Watches of Switzerland's acquisition of Roberto Coin, and updates from BAE Systems, ITV, and Harbour Energy. Market analyst Rachel Winter provides insights on defense spending and energy stocks.

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A brisk rates-and-markets briefing that turns policy watchfulness into plain business consequence.

The episode centers on a clear business question: whether the Bank of England keeps rates at 5.25% and what Andrew Bailey's next remarks might signal.

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Want the rate decision, the market read, and a few business updates in one fast listen?

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