Skip to contentHome page Seeking Alpha - Power to InvestorsUS EconomyDec. 15, 2025 9:41 AM ETEWU, FKU, EWUS, FLGBING Economic and Financial Analysis4.96K FollowersCommentsSummaryThe Bank of England is heavily divided. Four of the nine-strong committee are pushing for faster rate cuts; another four think the opposite.Nothing that's happened since November's meeting is likely to change their minds, though we think Governor Andrew Bailey will swing in favour of a cut this week.We expect further cuts in February and April 2026.Getty ImagesBy James Smith, Developed Markets Economist, UKA rate cut is more contentious than market pricing suggestsCould the Bank of England shock everyone and keep rates on hold when it meets on 18 December?For investors, itThis article was written byING Economic and Financial Analysis4.96K FollowersFrom Trump to trade, FX to Brexit, ING’s global economists have it covered. Go to ING.com/THINK to stay a step ahead. We’re sorry we can’t reply to individuals' comments.Content disclaimer: The information in the publication is not an investment recommendation and it is not investment, legal or tax advice or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any financial instrument.This publication has been prepared by ING solely for information purposes without regard to any particular user's investment objectives, financial situation, or means. For our full disclaimer please click here.CommentsTo ensure this doesn’t happen in the future, please enable Javascript and cookies in your browser.Is this happening to you frequently? Please report it on our feedback forum.If you have an ad-blocker enabled you may be blocked from proceeding. Please disable your ad-blocker and refresh.