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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Karl Matchett

Inflation latest: Rising fuel and food costs behind surprise rise

UK inflation figures showed a surprise upward change between May and June, CPI rising 3.6 per cent, as the struggle to bring down costs continues. Increasing food and fuel prices last month underline the challenge to do so.

The Bank of England now have a key decision to determine the underlying reasons for inflation remaining high, as this will be a key factor - along with the job market and business confidence - in deciding whether to reduce interest rates next month.

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