Holly Williams

United Kingdom

Correspondent at CBS News

Correspondent for CBS News. Views expressed are my own.

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Bank rate-setter in ‘uncomfortable place’ amid worries over stubborn inflation

3 days ago | belfasttelegraph.co.uk | Holly Williams

Bank of England interest rate-setter Megan Greene has cautioned that recent rises in inflation could prove longer-lasting than forecast, leaving policymakers in an “uncomfortable place”. In a speech at the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr), Bank Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) member Ms Greene said that stubborn inflation of around 3.5% for the rest of the year could keep fuelling wage rises and price hikes in the UK.
Bank rate-setter in ‘uncomfortable place’ amid worries over stubborn inflation

3 days ago | independent.co.uk | Holly Williams

Megan Greene said she is concerned that recent rises in inflation could see the outlook resemble a ‘plateau’ rather than a ‘hump’. Bank of England interest rate-setter Megan Greene has cautioned that recent rises in inflation could prove longer-lasting than forecast, leaving policymakers in an “uncomfortable place”.
Oil price falls back on Israel-Iran ceasefire

3 days ago | independent.co.uk | Holly Williams

The cost of crude dropped sharply, having jumped to a five-month high on Monday, while the FTSE 100 Index was also making gains. Oil prices have eased back sharply and financial stock markets lifted as fears of major crude supply disruption faded after Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire. The cost of Brent oil fell by 4% in morning trading on Tuesday, settling at around 69 US dollars a barrel, having jumped to a five-month high on Monday.
Oil price falls back on Israel-Iran ceasefire

3 days ago | belfasttelegraph.co.uk | Holly Williams

Oil price falls back on Israel-Iran ceasefireOil prices have eased back sharply after Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire (Andrew Matthews/PA)By Holly Williams, PA Business Editor©Press AssociationToday at 10:00Oil prices have eased back sharply and financial stock markets lifted as fears of major crude supply disruption faded after Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire.
Saga in talks with NatWest over personal banking tie-up

3 days ago | the-independent.com | Holly Williams

The over-50s group said a savings offering would be the first product set to launch under the partnership with NatWest. From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Oil prices jump after US attacks Iran nuclear sites

4 days ago | msn.com | Holly Williams

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Oil prices soar after US attacks on Iran nuclear sites – why they could go higher

4 days ago | inkl.com | Holly Williams

Brent crude briefly climbed above 78 US dollars (£58.06) a barrel in early Monday trading before paring back slightly to stand at 77.6 dollars (£57.76). Investors are concerned about potential retaliatory actions from Tehran. Iran can disrupt oil shipments through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a move which analysts fear could trigger a dramatic surge in crude prices and significantly impact global energy markets.
Spectris agrees £3.8bn takeover by Advent as KKR mulls rival bid

4 days ago | msn.com | Holly Williams

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Oil prices jump after US attacks Iran nuclear sites

4 days ago | belfasttelegraph.co.uk | Holly Williams

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Oil prices jump after US attacks Iran nuclear sites

4 days ago | independent.co.uk | Holly Williams

Some experts have warned that the closure of the critical Strait of Hormuz waterway could see oil prices hit 100 US dollars (£74.43) a barrel. Oil prices have jumped to the highest level for nearly six months on fears over supply concerns after the US joined Israel in attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities. Brent crude surged to more than 78 US dollars (£58.06) a barrel before paring back a little to stand 77.6 dollars (£57.76) higher in early morning trading on Monday.