# UK inflation picks up after July surge in household energy bills

https://mins.news/en/item/25853

- Reuters, 2026-08-19 08:05 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-inflation-picks-up-29-year-on-year-july-2026-08-19/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a8563b5f7c24d00010f8deb

> A sharp rise in household energy bills pushed UK inflation to a four-month high in July, in line with forecasts. Inflation appears likely to climb further as the war in Iran continues without an apparent end.

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