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UK Inflation Drops to 3.6%, Impacting Rate Cut Prospects

11/21/2025

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UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, easing expectations for a Bank of England rate cut.
The decline arose from slower energy price increases and a drop in hotel costs.
Food prices rose to 4.9%, keeping inflation above the Bank of England's 2% target.
The Chancellor's Budget may include tax hikes and could influence economic activity and household disposable income.

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Story summary

UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, easing expectations for a Bank of England rate cut.
The decline arose from slower energy price increases and a drop in hotel costs.
Food prices rose to 4.9%, keeping inflation above the Bank of England's 2% target.
The Chancellor's Budget may include tax hikes and could influence economic activity and household disposable income.