Brent Crude Falls to $79.5 From $95, Weakens BoE Rate Hike Expectations for 2026

According to Scotiabank's Pooja Kumra, a sharp oil price decline could reduce market expectations for Bank of England rate hikes over coming months. Brent crude has fallen to $79.5 per barrel from around $95 a week ago, following a U.S.-Iran peace agreement.

Data from the London Stock Exchange Group shows the market is currently pricing in 26 basis points of cumulative BoE rate increases for 2026.

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