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Interest rates have been falling, which is bad news for savers - but there is a bank out there that’s holding on to higher rates

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The Bank of England has kept interest rates at 4% for the second time in a row (Photos: Getty Images)

Bank of England holds rates at 4% - what it means for your money

According to an analysis of CACI's monthly savings data, £58.9bn is tied up in non-ISAs and another £57.5bn in ISAs

Over £116bn in fixed-rate savings will mature by the end of the year

It comes at a time when the Bank of England has recently lowered interest rates by 0.25% to 4%

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Bank of England cuts rate to 4% - what it means for you

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Interest rates held but NI’s private sector remains braced for ongoing business ...
The Bank of England held interest rates at 4.25 per cent, aligning to the expectations and predictions shared by markets and experts over recent weeks.
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Inflation

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Tax bills hit savers with small savings pots as HMRC targets interest

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Interest rates: Bank of England cuts rate to 5% in first drop since 2020

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On a monthly basis, food and non-alcoholic beverage prices fell by 0.4% between December and January.

Inflation unchanged in January as food prices fall for first time since 2021

Many adults are starting to prioritise savings over stocks and shares

The Bank of England in London. Interest rates will "almost certainly" be held steady for a third time in a row by the Bank of England, economists have predicted.

Interest rates 'almost certain' to be held steady by Bank of England

The Bank of England has made a new announcement on the interest rate. (Credit: Aaron Chown/PA Wire)

Breaking Bank of England announces that interest rate will remain at 5.25%

The Bank of England has announced a new interest base rate after an unexpected drop in inflation. (Credit: Getty Images)

Breaking Bank of England announces interest rates will remain at 5.25%

Top tips to make the most of rising interest rates

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