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Why petrol prices are higher than in 2008, despite lower oil prices now
Briefings The price of petrol is at an all-time high. Yet despite oil prices being higher in 2008, petrol was cheaper back then. Saloni Sardana explains why.
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Inflation in the UK just keeps on rising
Analysis UK inflation has risen to 9.1% a year – far beyond the Bank of England’s 2% target rate. And it’s likely to remain high for some time. That’s going to change everything, says John Stepek. The economy, our politics – and the way you invest.
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US inflation brings no respite for markets
News As US inflation hit a 40-year high, the benchmark S&P 500 stockmarket index slid into a bear market, down more than 20% since its 3 January high.
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Why is inflation is generating profits for some energy firms
Analysis Rising energy prices are mostly good news for renewable energy funds, but the outlook is complex.
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How not to get beaten by inflation
Editor's letter With inflation at 9%, and the bank rate at 1% you’re not going to get a real return on cash. But there are steps you can take to beat inflation, says Merryn Somerset Webb.
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Inflation is now at its highest since 1982 – is this the peak?
Analysis At 9%, UK inflation is at its highest for 40 years – and it’s not going anywhere soon, says John Stepek. That means you need to be much more active about how you manage your money.
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High inflation will fade – here’s why
Analysis Many people expect high inflation to persist for a long time. But that might not be true, says Max King. Inflation may fall faster than expected – and the UK may avoid recession. Here’s why.
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Why new technology will pump up inflation
Opinion New technology will make it easier to sneak through price rises without anyone really noticing, says Matthew Lynn.
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Stagflation is sapping the UK's economic growth
News For the first time in decades, the economy is staring at stagflation (high inflation and slow growth).
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