# Rising oil prices could push UK interest rates higher, economists warn

Economists have warned that rising global oil prices could force the Bank of England to raise UK interest rates. The increase in energy costs may fuel inflation, prompting tighter monetary policy. Higher rates would increase borrowing costs for households and businesses, potentially slowing economic growth.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/27/rising-oil-prices-could-force-up-uk-interest-rates-say-economists) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:01:23 GMT
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/31/uk-house-prices-july-buyers-cautious-interest-rates) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:56:24 GMT
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/02/britain-food-shortages-drought-continues-farmers) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:54:05 GMT