News Summary

• Stronger-than-expected jobs figures in the US added to growing expectations that rates could be increased.
• The number of roles added to the economy increased by 162,000 in August, almost triple the 56,000 forecast by analysts.
• Inflation remains above the Fed's 2% annual target, with prices up 3.4% in the past 12 months.
• The next interest rate decision will be made on 15-16 September.
• Rates were left unchanged between 3.5% and 3.75% in July for the fifth time in a row.