The decision to keep rates steady came in a split 6-3 vote, and was in line with Reuters-polled analysts' estimates.

The decision to keep rates steady came in a split 6-3 vote, and was in line with Reuters-polled analysts' estimates.

Central bank keeps interest rates steady at 3.5-3.75 percent amid inflation concerns and global economic strain.

Future base rate changes are hard to predict as analysts judge the economic impact of the Iran war.

The Bank of England voted to keep its key interest rate on hold at 3.75% on Thursday