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What is your personal inflation rate and how do you calculate it?
UK inflation was 3.2% in the twelve months to March. But are your household costs rising by more or less than the UK average?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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When will interest rates fall? Latest Bank of England predictions
Briefings The Bank of England has held interest rates at 5.25% for eight months. But when could the base rate go down?
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
Explainer Inflation has tumbled over the past year, but remains above the Bank of England's target. So, what is it - and how does it affect your personal finances?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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RPI vs CPI inflation: what’s the difference between the ONS measures?
Explainer Inflation measures the rate of price rises across the UK economy. The Office for National Statistics calculates two measures RPI and CPI inflation. But how do they differ?
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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UK inflation: consumer price index release dates
UK inflation has fallen from its peak and is currently at 3.2%. When is the next Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, and will inflation continue to slow down?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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When is the next Bank of England MPC meeting?
The Bank of England held the base rate at 5.25% at its March meeting. When is the next Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, and where are interest rates heading?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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UK inflation slowed again in March – but a rate cut could be some months away
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data came in at 3.2% for March. This was slightly higher than some economists expected, but takes us closer to the Bank of England’s 2% inflation target.
By Katie Williams Published
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ONS wage growth data puts Bank of England UK interest rate cuts into doubt, analysts warn
News ONS wage growth data has shown earnings are continuing to rise at an inflation-busting rate. It means cuts to the base rate may come later in the summer
By Henry Sandercock Published
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UK GDP growth 'could keep interest rates high', analysts warn
News UK GDP growth was registered as being 0.1% in February. But, there are concerns it could delay Bank of England interest rate cuts.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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