Published On Oct 16, 2024, 2:00 AM
UK inflation has decreased to 1.7% for the year ending in September, marking its lowest level since April 2021. This decline is more significant than economists' expectations of a 1.9% drop, suggesting a trend towards lower price increases in the UK economy.
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The reduced inflation rates may prompt the Bank of England to consider lowering interest rates to stimulate economic growth. Lower inflation can strengthen consumer spending, positively impacting various sectors.
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