LONDON (Reuters) - The Bank of England left its monetary policy unchanged on Thursday, judging that its July decision to expand purchases of government bonds is enough stimulus for now despite the danger of a prolonged slump.
Boe Leaves Policy On Hold As British Economy Worsens
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Thu, 08/02/2012 - 4:35am
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