Graph and download economic data for Bank of England Policy Rate in the United Kingdom (BOERUKA) from 1694 to 2016 about academic data, United Kingdom, and rate.

Macroeconomic dataset, Thomas & Dinsdale 2017 A Millennium of UK DataThis model is described in Purvis, Robinson, & Mao 2022; A multi-scale integrated assessment model to support urban sustainabilityDOI: 10.1007/s11625-021-01080-0

United Kingdom Govt Secs: Gilt Holdings: Bank of England data was reported at 458,631.000 GBP mn in Sep 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 469,518.000 GBP mn for Jun 2018. United Kingdom Govt Secs: Gilt Holdings: Bank of England data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.000 GBP mn from Mar 1987 (Median) to Sep 2018, with 127 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 481,104.000 GBP mn in Mar 2017 and a record low of 0.000 GBP mn in Dec 2008. United Kingdom Govt Secs: Gilt Holdings: Bank of England data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Debt Management Office. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.Z016: Debt Management Office: Debt Securities Statistics.

Graph and download economic data for Bank of England Balance Sheet - Total Assets in the United Kingdom (BOEBSTAUKA) from 1701 to 2016 about balance sheet, academic data, United Kingdom, and assets.

BE: Cons: Liabilities: SO: One Week Sterling data was reported at 0.000 GBP mn in 28 Nov 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 GBP mn for 21 Nov 2018. BE: Cons: Liabilities: SO: One Week Sterling data is updated weekly, averaging 0.000 GBP mn from Oct 2008 (Median) to 28 Nov 2018, with 530 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 101,250.000 GBP mn in 14 Jan 2009 and a record low of 0.000 GBP mn in 28 Nov 2018. BE: Cons: Liabilities: SO: One Week Sterling data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of England. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.KB047: Balance Sheet: Bank of England.

The benchmark interest rate in the United Kingdom was last recorded at 4.25 percent. This dataset provides - United Kingdom Interest Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

[The spreadsheet is organised into two parts. The first contains a broad set of annual data covering the UK national accounts and other financial and macroeconomic data stretching back in some cases to the late 17th century. The second and third sections cover the available monthly and quarterly data for the UK to facilitate higher frequency analysis on the macroeconomy and the financial system. The spreadsheet attempts to provide continuous historical time series for most variables up to the present day by making various assumptions about how to link the historical components together. But we also have provided the various chains of raw historical data and retained all our calculations in the spreadsheet so that the method of calculating the continuous times series is clear and users can construct their own composite estimates by using different linking procedures., This dataset contains a broad set of historical data covering the UK national accounts and other financial and macroeconomic data stretching back in some cases to the late 17th century.]

BOE Forecast: Credit Spreads data was reported at 1.500 % in 2021. This stayed constant from the previous number of 1.500 % for 2020. BOE Forecast: Credit Spreads data is updated yearly, averaging 1.625 % from Dec 2014 (Median) to 2021, with 8 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.250 % in 2016 and a record low of 1.500 % in 2021. BOE Forecast: Credit Spreads data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of England. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.Z015: Credit Spreads: Forecast: Bank of England.

August 2024 marked a significant shift in the UK's monetary policy, as it saw the first reduction in the official bank base interest rate since August 2023. This change came after a period of consistent rate hikes that began in late 2021. In a bid to minimize the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bank of England cut the official bank base rate in March 2020 to a record low of *** percent. This historic low came just one week after the Bank of England cut rates from **** percent to **** percent in a bid to prevent mass job cuts in the United Kingdom. It remained at *** percent until December 2021 and was increased to one percent in May 2022 and to **** percent in October 2022. After that, the bank rate increased almost on a monthly basis, reaching **** percent in August 2023. It wasn't until August 2024 that the first rate decrease since the previous year occurred, signaling a potential shift in monetary policy. Why do central banks adjust interest rates? Central banks, including the Bank of England, adjust interest rates to manage economic stability and control inflation. Their strategies involve a delicate balance between two main approaches. When central banks raise interest rates, their goal is to cool down an overheated economy. Higher rates curb excessive spending and borrowing, which helps to prevent runaway inflation. This approach is typically used when the economy is growing too quickly or when inflation is rising above desired levels. Conversely, when central banks lower interest rates, they aim to encourage borrowing and investment. This strategy is employed to stimulate economic growth during periods of slowdown or recession. Lower rates make it cheaper for businesses and individuals to borrow money, which can lead to increased spending and investment. This dual approach allows central banks to maintain a balance between promoting growth and controlling inflation, ensuring long-term economic stability. Additionally, adjusting interest rates can influence currency values, impacting international trade and investment flows, further underscoring their critical role in a nation's economic health. Recent interest rate trends Between 2021 and 2024, most advanced and emerging economies experienced a period of regular interest rate hikes. This trend was driven by several factors, including persistent supply chain disruptions, high energy prices, and robust demand pressures. These elements combined to create significant inflationary trends, prompting central banks to raise rates in an effort to temper spending and borrowing. However, in 2024, a shift began to occur in global monetary policy. The European Central Bank (ECB) was among the first major central banks to reverse this trend by cutting interest rates. This move signaled a change in approach aimed at addressing growing economic slowdowns and supporting growth.

Graph and download economic data for Consol (Long-Term Bond) Yields in the United Kingdom (LTCYUK) from Q3 1753 to Q4 2016 about academic data, long-term, United Kingdom, bonds, yield, interest rate, interest, and rate.

United Kingdom Intl Reserves: Bank of England: Net Assets data was reported at 1.275 USD mn in Oct 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of -1.057 USD mn for Sep 2018. United Kingdom Intl Reserves: Bank of England: Net Assets data is updated monthly, averaging 2.818 USD mn from Jul 1999 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 232 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 148.831 USD mn in Aug 1999 and a record low of -18.047 USD mn in Aug 2009. United Kingdom Intl Reserves: Bank of England: Net Assets data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of England. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.KA004: International Reserves.

Graph and download economic data for 10-Year (Medium-Term) Government Bond Yields in the United Kingdom (GBMT10UK) from Q1 1935 to Q4 2016 about academic data, 10-year, United Kingdom, bonds, yield, government, interest rate, interest, and rate.

United Kingdom BCS: BoE Agent: Investment Intentions: Mfg data was reported at 0.321 Score in Dec 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 0.970 Score for Sep 2018. United Kingdom BCS: BoE Agent: Investment Intentions: Mfg data is updated quarterly, averaging 0.638 Score from Sep 1997 (Median) to Dec 2018, with 86 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.364 Score in Mar 2011 and a record low of -3.842 Score in Mar 2009. United Kingdom BCS: BoE Agent: Investment Intentions: Mfg data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of England. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.S002: Business Condition Survey: Bank of England Agents Scores: Quarterly.

Graph and download economic data for U.S. / U.K. Foreign Exchange Rate in the United Kingdom (USUKFXUKM) from Jan 1791 to Jan 2017 about academic data, United Kingdom, exchange rate, and rate.

United Kingdom Intl Reserves: Bank of England: Assets data was reported at 21.010 USD bn in Oct 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 20.711 USD bn for Sep 2018. United Kingdom Intl Reserves: Bank of England: Assets data is updated monthly, averaging 24.838 USD bn from Jul 1999 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 232 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 44.674 USD bn in Feb 2008 and a record low of 6.637 USD bn in Aug 1999. United Kingdom Intl Reserves: Bank of England: Assets data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of England. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.KA004: International Reserves.

Graph and download economic data for Corporate Borrowing Spread on Loans from Banks in the United Kingdom (CBSLUKQ) from Q1 1978 to Q4 2016 about borrowings, academic data, spread, United Kingdom, corporate, loans, banks, and depository institutions.

Daily, weekly and monthly data showing seasonally adjusted and non-seasonally adjusted UK spending using debit and credit cards. These are official statistics in development. Source: CHAPS, Bank of England.

Graph and download economic data for Consol (Long-Term Bond) Yields in the United Kingdom (LTCYUKA) from 1703 to 2016 about academic data, long-term, United Kingdom, bonds, yield, interest rate, interest, and rate.

United Kingdom BE: Cons: Assets: LO: Contingent Repo Facility data was reported at 0.000 GBP mn in 12 Dec 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 GBP mn for 05 Dec 2018. United Kingdom BE: Cons: Assets: LO: Contingent Repo Facility data is updated weekly, averaging 0.000 GBP mn from Sep 2013 (Median) to 12 Dec 2018, with 273 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.000 GBP mn in 12 Dec 2018 and a record low of 0.000 GBP mn in 12 Dec 2018. United Kingdom BE: Cons: Assets: LO: Contingent Repo Facility data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of England. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.KB047: Balance Sheet: Bank of England.

United States USD Swap Operations: Bank of England: Outstanding data was reported at 0.000 USD mn in 21 Nov 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.000 USD mn for 14 Nov 2018. United States USD Swap Operations: Bank of England: Outstanding data is updated weekly, averaging 0.000 USD mn from May 2010 (Median) to 21 Nov 2018, with 446 observations. United States USD Swap Operations: Bank of England: Outstanding data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.Z020: US Dollar Swap Operations.