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Shocks Cycles: UK inflation accelerated to 3.1% in August, driven by a sharp 23% annual rise in motor fuel prices
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UK inflation hits 3.1% as fuel costs surge

UK inflation accelerated to 3.1% in August, driven by a sharp 23% annual rise in motor fuel prices. The data comes ahead of a Bank of England policy decision, with markets expecting interest rates to be held steady.

16 Sep 2026

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