Bank of England Cuts Rate 25bps, GBPUSD Holds Steady Amid Economic Strain
The Bank of England cut its bank rate by 25 bps amid easing UK inflation and economic strain, keeping GBP/USD near $1.33 with cautious guidance on future easing.
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