Conference set for October, while Reeves sets out growth plans in 'National Wealth Fund'

Move comes despite return to CPI target

Inflation hits Bank of England's target for the first time since 2021

Financial Services Register

Election announcement follows inflation dropping to 2.3%

Growth follows two quarterly declines in second half of 2023

January figures revised up to 0.3%

Bank's decision marks fifth consecutive hold of rates at current level

CPI figure lower than expected after remaining stagnant at 4%

Profits down as a result of restructuring costs but assets under management up by 2%