UK Basic Wage Growth Hits Record High, Sterling Rises

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The British pound rose after data revealed that UK wages grew at a record pace in the second quarter, raising concerns about inflation for the Bank of England. Wages excluding bonuses were 7.8% higher than the previous year, the highest annual growth rate since 2001. The Bank of England has warned that strong pay growth may necessitate further interest rate hikes.
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