# UK inflation jumps to a near-year high of 3.5%

https://mins.news/en/item/109044

- Reuters, 2026-10-21 07:25 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-inflation-picks-up-more-than-expected-35-september-2026-10-21/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6ad868d2ab53aa0001d9bb96

> British inflation rose more than expected last month to 3.5%, its highest level in nearly a year. The data could intensify calls for household support in next week’s budget and strengthen the case for a Bank of England rate hike in November.

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