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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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How much is Rishi Sunak worth? Is Rishi richer than the King?
Analysis We look at how much is Rishi Sunak worth and if his wealth powers over the ruling monarch, King Charles III
By Rupert Hargreaves 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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Wage growth remains stubbornly high – what does it mean for interest rates?
Today’s wage growth figures came in higher than expected, but there are signs that the labour market is cooling. What does it mean for inflation and interest rates?
By Katie Williams Published
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GDP: UK economy exits recession
The latest GDP figures reveal the UK economy grew by 0.6% in the first three months of the year, officially exiting recession. We look at what households and investors can expect next.
By Katie Williams Published
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When will UK interest rates fall? Latest Bank of England predictions
Briefings The Bank of England has kept interest rates at 5.25% for nine months. But when could the base rate go down?
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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UK food price inflation rate ‘lowest level in two years’, British Retail Consortium finds
News Food price inflation is at its slowest rate since March 2022, according to the BRC. It also found non-food products have gone into deflation.
By Henry Sandercock 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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