LiveMore comment on inflation

17 September 2025

Simon Webb, managing director of capital markets and finance at LiveMore, comments:

“With the market widely expecting inflation to rise, today’s figures will be seen as a surprising but positive development. While it’s unlikely the Bank of England will respond immediately and cut rates tomorrow, steady progress towards the target of 2% inflation could create the space for rate cuts later in the year.

“For borrowers, particularly those in later life, this could bring a renewed sense of stability and confidence when it comes to financial planning. We know many over-50s are still navigating borrowing well into retirement, often while balancing other responsibilities such as caring or part-time work.

“As the outlook improves, it’s an opportunity to reframe the conversation around later life lending, not as a niche market, but as a growing and diverse segment requiring thoughtful, long-term financial solutions.”