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Mar 26, 2026 9:31 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Flights, fertilizer, mortgage rates: how the Iran war is raising more than just US gas prices
The US-Israel war on Iran has led to global oil shortages, causing increases in gas and diesel prices. These price increases are not only impacting drivers but also affecting the supply chain, potentially leading to higher costs for groceries, airfare, and shipping. The conflict has also disrupted global helium supply and led to higher fertilizer costs for farmers. The White House has promised to ... more
Mar 23, 2026 3:33 AM
— Interest Rates
UK mortgage interest rates expected to rise despite Trump’s Iran pause
Investors believe that the Bank of England will make two quarter-point increases in interest rates to combat rising inflation. As a result, mortgage rates are expected to rise, with hundreds of mortgage products already being pulled from the market. Financial markets reacted positively to Donald Trump's pause on attacking Iran, but the UK remains vulnerable to inflation. Despite some analysts doub... more
Mar 17, 2026 7:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
New mortgages up by £800 a year amid ‘Trumpflation’ from Iran war
Mortgage rates in the UK have risen rapidly due to the economic fallout from the war in the Middle East, with nearly 700 deals pulled by lenders. The average two-year fixed rate has increased from 4.83% to 5.28% and the average five-year fix from 4.95% to 5.32%. Borrowers are facing an average increase of £788 a year on a two-year fix and £651 on a five-year deal. The global economic shock waves h... more
Mar 6, 2026 12:30 AM
— Housing Market
‘Geopolitical uncertainties’ amid Iran war could slow fall in mortgage rates, says Halifax
UK house price growth slowed in February as the value of a typical home rose by 0.3% to £301,151. Halifax warns that the US-Israel war on Iran could affect mortgage rate decreases this year and impact interest rate cuts. Geopolitical uncertainties are likely to influence the outlook for inflation and the wider economy, potentially slowing the borrowing cost easing. The conflict is affecting energy... more
Mar 5, 2026 5:30 AM
— Interest Rates
HSBC, Nationwide and Coventry raise rates on fixed mortgages amid Middle East crisis
Experts are predicting that the ongoing Middle East crisis could lead to an energy price shock in the UK, which may result in higher inflation and subsequently higher interest rates. HSBC, Nationwide, and Coventry building societies have already announced rate increases on their fixed mortgage deals. Other lenders are expected to follow suit, impacting homebuyers and those looking to remortgage.
Jan 4, 2026 8:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
HSBC becomes first big UK lender to cut its mortgage rates in 2026
HSBC has become the first major lender to cut mortgage rates following a reduction in the Bank of England base rate in December. This move is expected to spark a price war among other mortgage lenders, benefitting borrowers. Approximately 1.8 million homeowners are expected to refinance their mortgages this year, with City economists predicting two more cuts to the base rate. Fixed-rate mortgage r... more
Dec 31, 2025 10:30 PM
— Interest Rates
From energy prices to interest rates: the dates that could affect your finances in 2026
At the start of 2026, the financial picture is balanced with falling inflation, lower mortgage rates, and upcoming changes to make energy bills cheaper. However, housing, groceries, and energy prices remain high. Important dates include an increase in the energy price cap, changes to mortgage rates due to Bank of England decisions, and various tax-related deadlines and increases.
Dec 8, 2025 3:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
UK mortgage rates fall to lowest since September 2022; China’s trade surplus hits $1tn – business live
China's exports exceeded forecasts driven by a surge in shipments to non-US markets. The UK saw a decrease in average mortgage rates for two- and five-year fixed mortgages to their lowest levels since early September 2022. Lenders are preparing for a competition in the home loans market with decreasing rates and activity expected to increase in early 2026.
Aug 22, 2025 2:23 PM
— Interest Rates
Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates – but still Trump won’t be happy
The Federal Reserve is considering cutting interest rates again in the fall, potentially not returning to pre-pandemic levels. Higher rates could lead to more expensive loans like mortgages, further impacting struggling Americans trying to purchase homes. The Fed is trying to find a balance between rates too high that could lead to unemployment and rates too low that could cause inflation. Trump's... more
May 17, 2025 5:02 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Virgin Money mortgage holders cry foul over owner Nationwide’s better deals
Some Virgin Money customers are upset that Nationwide borrowers are being offered better-value mortgage deals despite both being part of the same group since Nationwide acquired Virgin Money. There are differences in fees and interest rates between the two brands, with Virgin customers sometimes paying nearly £1,000 more for the same deal as Nationwide customers. Virgin Money customers cannot simp... more
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