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Bank of England to Cut Capital Requirements to Boost Lending

12/5/2025

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The Bank of England plans to lower banks' capital requirements from 14% to 13%, effective in 2027.
Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England, says the move reflects the banking system's health, despite concerns about weaker protections.
The aim is to ease lending to households and businesses, despite risks from rising AI valuations and AI-firm debt.
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves urges regulators to stimulate growth.

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The Bank of England plans to lower banks' capital requirements from 14% to 13%, effective in 2027.
Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England, says the move reflects the banking system's health, despite concerns about weaker protections.
The aim is to ease lending to households and businesses, despite risks from rising AI valuations and AI-firm debt.
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves urges regulators to stimulate growth.