The United Kingdom’s interest rate reading was published at 4%, in line with the market forecast of 4%. The figure is higher than the previous period’s reading of 3.75%. The data covers the reference period of November 2026.
How the Figure Compares
The reading matched the forecast exactly, so it was neither above nor below expectations. Against the previous period, the rate moved up by a quarter of a percentage point, from 3.75% to 4%.
The release was made at 12:00 GMT on 5 November 2026. Interest rate figures measure the cost of borrowing set for the economy, and a higher reading means money costs more to borrow.
What the Number Means
Because the reading matched expectations, the release did not surprise forecasters. The move from the previous period is the main change in the data, and it is the figure borrowers and savers will watch most closely.
