Chances of interest rate hike 'diminished' as UK inflation steady at 2.8%

BoE meeting on Thursday (18 June)

Michael Nelson
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The UK Consumer Prices Index (CPI) remained steady at 2.8% in the 12 months to May 2026, unchanged from the 12 months to April and below market expectations of 3%.

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