Country: GB | Published: 2026-09-16
UK inflation reached a five-month high in August, driven by fuel costs, keeping the Bank of England on track to hold rates steady at its upcoming decision. London shares edged high
UK inflation reached a five-month high in August, driven by fuel costs, keeping the Bank of England on track to hold rates steady at its upcoming decision. London shares edged higher as oil prices retreated, though attention has shifted to the Federal Reserve's verdict for direction. The new Prime Minister is signaling tough fiscal decisions ahead, while a village vote against a migrant housing plan keeps the asylum debate in the political spotlight.