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INSANE: Pantheon macroeconomics | Vintage Vibes

Inflation has jumped to 3.1%. Here’s why and what will happen next

The Office for National Statistics said Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation increased to 3.1 per cent in August

The Independent UK

Why has inflation increased and will it keep rising?

Inflation rose to 3.1% in August amid pressure from the continued conflict in the Middle East.

Evening Standard

Higher fuel costs set to drive uptick in August inflation

The Office for National Statistics will reveal the latest rate of UK Consumer Prices Index inflation on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

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UK economy likely to have shrunk in July as retail sales dip and energy bills soar

Andy Burnham replaced Keir Starmer in the second half of July but it appears this did not result in a boost to the UK economy

The Independent UK

UK economy expected to have dipped in July despite World Cup boost

It would represent a downbeat start to the leadership of Andy Burnham, who was appointed Prime Minister during the month.

Evening Standard

Europe’s fastest-growing economies in Q2 2026: Who led and who lagged?

Eurozone GDP delivered a better-than-expected performance in the second quarter of 2026. But beneath the headline, Europe’s growth story looks increasingly uneven across member states.

Euronews

Inflation expected to remain at 3% before Middle East conflict sparks jump

Analysts are expecting CPI to have held relatively steady in February, or dipped slightly, from the 3% level recorded in January.

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UK inflation steady pre-Iran war but cost-of-living ‘hump’ on horizon

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation has been gradually easing back towards the Bank of England’s 2% target level since last summer.

Evening Standard

UK inflation steady but experts warn of cost-of-living ‘twist’ in months ahead

The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation for last month will be published on Wednesday

The Independent UK

UK economy set to have recorded modest growth amid budget concerns

The Office for National Statistics will reveal the latest UK GDP data on Thursday.

Evening Standard

UK economy set to have recorded modest growth amid budget concerns

The Office for National Statistics will reveal the latest UK GDP data on Thursday.

Evening Standard

UK economy boost set to be announced as budget uncertainty fades

The Office for National Statistics is set to reveal the latest UK GDP data on Thursday

The Independent UK

UK economy set to have returned to growth despite budget caution

Monthly UK GDP (gross domestic product) is expected to have risen by 0.2% in November.

Evening Standard

UK inflation expected to jump to 21-month high of 4%

Economists predict higher motor fuel and airfare prices would have helped drive inflation to 4% in September.

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Inflation expected to jump to highest since January last year

Economists have predicted that Consumer Prices Index inflation will have hit 4% in September.

Fortune

The August home sales mystery: Top analyst says 'implausible' housing market data 'defies credulity'

Pantheon Macroeconomics' Oliver Allen says it's "inexplicable" that new home sales would jump to their highest level in more than three years all of a sudden.

Fortune

In Trumpworld, the stock markets say that tomorrow never comes

Thus the markets remain buoyant despite the apparent dangers.

Fortune

Fed governor breaks ranks and says rate cuts could resume next month to prevent further cracks in the job market

“If you’re starting to worry about the downside risk to the labor market, move now, don’t wait,” Waller told CNBC.

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Blue chips edge higher amid gains on Wall Street

The FTSE 100 index closed up 12.76 points, 0.2%, at 8,787.02.

International Business Times

US Hiring Misses Expectations In February, Jobs Market Sees Pressure

The United States added fewer jobs than expected in February and the unemployment rate ticked up, government data showed Friday, while analysts warn cracks are appearing in the labor market as President Donald Trump returned to office.

Kiplinger

Stock Market Today: Stocks Waver as Big Tech Slumps on Spending Concerns

Markets seesawed amid worries over massive costs for artificial intelligence and mixed economic news.

Evening Standard

Why has inflation fallen and why is this good news for the Government?

The latest data has raised expectations that the Bank of England could cut UK interest rates again next month.

Evening Standard

December inflation set to stay at 2.6% in ‘reprieve’ for UK economy

The rate of Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation is expected to have come in at 2.6% last month, unchanged from November.

Evening Standard

Growth in UK construction sector slows to six-month low as housebuilding drags

The latest S&P Global construction purchasing managers’ index (PMI) scored 53.3 in December, down from 55.2 in November.

Evening Standard

UK interest rates set to be held at 4.75% after inflation rises again

The Bank of England will announce the results of its next policy decision on Thursday.

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