Economics

BOE’s Bailey Rejects Calls to Raise Inflation Goal Above 2%

  • Governor says any shift would risk damage to credibility
  • BOE can be flexible over time needed to reach 2%, Bailey says
BOE's Bailey Hints Rates Could Stay at Peak Levels
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Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey rejected the need for an inflation target higher than 2%, warning that changing the goal could damage the bank’s credibility and “unpick expectations.”