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UK inflation falls to 3%, giving hopes of early cut in interest rates


January annual drop still leaves rate above Bank of England’s 2% target

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UK inflation tumbled to 3% in January, giving a boost to hopes of an early cut in interest rates by the Bank of England.

The drop was in line with a majority of City economists’ forecasts and marks the lowest level since March 2025.

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Author : Phillip Inman

Publish date : 2026-02-18 07:01:00

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