CPI inflation rise to 3.8%: what it means for the UK
Here are my thoughts on the CPI inflation rise to 3.8% and why it matters to both business and consumers. Prices are heating up before likely cooling off in a few months. Small firms should prep for volatility and policy shifts ... CPI inflation rise, Prices climb to the skies, Wallets feel the squeeze The latest ONS data shows the inflation rate ticking back up to 3.8%, and the CPI inflation rise lands at the highest level since January 2024, with summer holiday air travel adding heat. While this isn't a return to last year's extremes, it still nudges consumer prices higher and keeps households cautious. That means another round of price sensitivity for essential | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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