Inflation

The Consumer Prices Index hit an above-target 2.5 percent in June as Britain lifted virus curbs.

The Fed has said repeatedly that stiff increases in consumer prices will be transitory, and so far the markets have largely accepted that argument.

The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note rose back above 1.6 percent, an indication of rising expectations on inflation.

Only earlier this month oil prices struck a 14-month high -- returning to pre-pandemic levels -- on reopening optimism.

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Analysts surveyed by Bloomberg News had forecast an increase of 4.3 percent on-year.

Senior economist Boris Glass said the U.K. economy has foregone economic activity of £6.6 billion in each of the 10 quarters since the 2016 referendum.

Almost six in 10 British households have admitted having to make 'significant financial sacrifices' during the festive period.

UK central bank expects economic growth to fall from 1.7% this year to 1.6% in 2018 before picking up again.

Reading underlines challenge facing the central bank as inflation remains below it's goal of just under 2%

Rail operators expected to hike fares by 3.5%, as trade unions complain of poor service for money.

New research suggests monthly incomes are at their lowest reflecting an ongoing squeeze on household incomes.

Analysts warn that if wages do not rise in line with inflation consumers' real purchasing power will decrease.

The amount that Brits wanted to borrow last year amounts to £251 for every person in the country.

Price of tobacco up 99% since 2005, and food prices have risen by 130% in three years.

Switching focus from consumer to producer prices when charting the UK economy's path in uncertain climes is worthwhile.

Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-1 in favour of keeping interest rates on hold at 0.25%.

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Moody's reports emerging market currencies outperforming those of advanced economies.

Unemployment rate remains at lowest since 1975 but wage growth declines to 2.2%.

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Research suggests investors are increasingly worried about Brexit aftermath and populist movements in Europe.

Inflation rises 2.3% year-on-year in February, beating expectations for a 2.1% rise.

Labour leader warned of under-investment and an over-reliance on consumer spending.

Philip Hammond is expected to have £12bn to play with, but he plans keep hold of it in case economy weakens.

Money managers' survey conducted by global ratings agency deems populism as the biggest threat to economic progress in Europe.

UK consumers are however spending big in restaurants and bars.

UK ports, which are highly reliant on imports, and UK airports could be most exposed to the consequences of Brexit.

Ratings agency S&P believes 2017 could mark the return rising inflation to Europe.

Frances O'Grady adds that Britain succeeds when working people succeed.