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BoE Governor Bailey (Q&A) says it would be a mistake to wait for second-round effects before acting; MPC will need to look at a broad-range of evidence

BoE Governor Bailey’s remarks suggest a proactive stance on monetary policy, highlighting urgency in responding to inflation rather than delaying for second-round effects.

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This could signal to markets that the MPC is concerned about persistent inflation pressures, potentially influencing expectations for rate hikes and impacting GBP, fixed income, and equities as traders recalibrate their positions accordingly.

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