bank rate

Example Sentences

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In recent days and weeks, many lenders have been cutting the interest rates on their new, fixed deals as they compete for custom, and in anticipation of future central bank rate cuts.

From BBC

Solving this dilemma means reducing bank rates to encourage Japanese firms to invest in R&D, creating breakthroughs for long-term growth.

From The Wall Street Journal

The bank rate – which is the benchmark interest rate – is expected to fall further, according to independent forecasters at the Office for Budget Responsibility.

From BBC

Other lenders have also been lowering their rates ahead of a hoped-for central bank rate cut in August.

From BBC

Central bank rates - and the rates on new mortgage deals have generally shot up over the last couple of years.

From BBC