NatWest Slashes Mortgage Rates by up to 37bps: What it Means for Borrowers in 2026
NatWest has announced a significant reduction in its mortgage rates by up to 37 basis points, leading to potential savings for both residential and buy-to-let borrowers.
HSBC UK and Others Reduce Mortgage Rates: Impact Analysis
HSBC UK, Halifax Intermediaries, and BM Solutions are set to reduce mortgage rates, leading to significant savings for first-time buyers and remortgagers. This trend towards lower mortgage rates could stimulate further reductions from other lenders.
UK Mortgage Searches Surge Amid Economic Uncertainty: What It Means for Borrowers
UK mortgage searches hit a record 2.15 million in March 2026, with remortgage searches seeing the largest increase. This surge reflects borrowers response to economic uncertainty and changing mortgage rates.
HSBC UK and Halifax Intermediaries to Cut Mortgage Rates: What it Means for Homeowners
HSBC UK and Halifax Intermediaries are set to reduce their mortgage rates, potentially saving homeowners hundreds of pounds per year. The rate cuts are a response to falling swap rates and a stabilising market.
US Strait of Hormuz Blockade: Impact on UK Mortgage Market
The US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could impact UK mortgage rates by influencing global oil prices and inflation. This may result in higher monthly payments for mortgage holders.
Cambridge Building Society Reintroduces Fixed Rate Mortgages
The Cambridge Building Society has reintroduced fixed rate mortgages across its core range. These include two- and five-year fixed rate mortgages, with products available up to 95% LTV.
HSBC and Leeds Building Society Cut Mortgage Rates: Impact Analysis
HSBC and Leeds Building Society have announced rate cuts, with the potential for significant savings for borrowers. For a first-time buyer with a £250,000 mortgage, this could mean a saving of £516 per year.
UK Mortgage Rates Dip for First Time Since War Outbreak
UK mortgage rates have seen a week-on-week decline for the first time since the war outbreak in Iran, with some product categories experiencing more significant reductions.