Economics

UK Mortgage Lending Slows Unexpectedly as Borrowing Costs Rise

  • Bank of England data indicates headwinds for housing market
  • Consumer credit rises in a sign of strain on households
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UK mortgage lending slowed unexpectedly as the cost of borrowing rose again, indicating headwinds for the housing market.