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Interest rate expectations soar – what it means for savings, annuities and mortgages

With UK inflation coming in at 8.7% for April, 2023 interest rate expectations have shot up. Here’s what it could mean for you.

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Written by
Emma-Wall
Emma Wall
Head of Platform Investments

Emma's responsible for developing and implementing the investment processes for Hargreaves Lansdown Asset Management, including the Wealth Shortlist.

Helen-Morrissey
Helen Morrissey
Head of Retirement Analysis

Helen raises awareness of key retirement issues to help people build their resilience as they move towards their later life.

Sarah Coles
Sarah Coles
Head of Personal Finance

Sarah provides insight and analysis to the media on topics such as savings and financial planning, and co-presents HL's ‘Switch Your Money On' podcast.

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Published: 25th May 2023