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The Bank of England raised its key interest rate to 4%, its first increase in more than three years, citing inflation pressure from high energy prices. Governor Andrew Bailey said another increase is more likely than not if those costs return.
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Higher UK borrowing costs affect households and businesses there, and can influence currency and financial markets with indirect effects for U.S. investors and companies. The supplied articles do not report a direct U.S. policy or household impact.