November’s money and credit figures showed further signs that higher interest rates are dampening activity, particularly in the housing market. This will be a constant theme over the year ahead, especially as more increases in interest rates are on the horizon. We expect Bank Rate to rise from 3.50% now to a peak of 4.50%.
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