What We Do The Bank sets interest rates to keep inflation low, issues banknotes and works to maintain a stable financial system. MoreCurrent Highlights | The Financial System A safe and stable financial system is essential to the economy. The Bank assesses risks to the stability of the financial system and works to strengthen the way it operates. More | |||||||||||||
Interest Rates and Inflation Interest rates influence spending and saving in the economy and the prices we pay for goods and services. Low inflation helps to maintain a stable economy and the value of our money. More | Banknotes The Bank issues the banknotes that we use in our daily lives. Confidence in the currency is vital to the economy. More | |||||||||||||
| Quick Links | What if? Museum Visit the Bank museum on-line and walk through time View | ||||||||||||