Rising oil prices could force up UK interest rates, say economists

The Bank of England is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged at its Thursday meeting, but The Guardian reports a warning from City economists: if oil prices climb above one hundred dollars a barrel later this year, rate hikes may become necessary. The risk is tied to renewed Middle East conflict, which has the potential to drive energy costs higher.

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