swap rates

This page follows news and expert analysis on swap rates and how they drive mortgage pricing in the UK market. Scroll down for swap-related insights that matter to brokers and lenders.

Mortgage approvals surge as borrowers rush to lock in deals

Prospect of potential rate squeeze prompts rush of activity

What a base rate hold means for mortgage borrowers

Interest rate pause may help borrowers, but will it settle the market?

Bank of England makes latest rate announcement

Borrowers hoping for rate relief may have to wait as lenders remain cautious on pricing

RECAP: BoE's latest rate decision, as it happened

Central bank poised to deliver latest rate announcement as economic storm clouds gather

Property transactions edge up despite uncertain outlook

HMRC figures show March activity rose to its highest level in a year

We want higher rates - BoE dissenters

Hugh Pill tipped to be among those pushing for a more hawkish stance

House price growth outlook revised down amid higher borrowing costs

Rents remain under upward pressure ahead of new tenancy rules

Borrowers face renewed uncertainty as lenders reprice fixed mortgage deals

Swap rate volatility fuels divergent pricing strategies across major high street lenders

‘Lenders should listen to brokers on the frontline’

Broker in Focus: Andrew Watson, of Echo Finance, warns that when lenders rely solely on business analysts, they risk putting home ownership out of reach for many

Santander to slash selected fixed mortgage rates

New FTB fixes launch alongside repricing, with some products offering cashback