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UK inflation rate rose to 3.3% in the year to March, after the US-Israel war with Iran caused the largest jump in petrol and diesel prices in over three years. The rise from
impact will last long after the conflict has ended or at least a long-term ceasefire is agreed. There are worries of higher mortgage costs and higher food and fuel prices amid a continued cost
Prices in the UK rose by 2.8% in the year to April, down from the 3.3% recorded in March, but still above the Bank of England's 2% target. However, UK inflation is expected
fuel costs across our store and logistics networks, respectively, as well as potential indirect impacts on pricing and consumer demand should input cost inflation emerge.” JD does not expect an increase in sales this year
UK speed limits to reduce Iran war impact on consumers, thinktank urges Britain should lower speed limits for drivers as part of a package of measures to reduce the impact of the Iran
UK supermarkets have been asked by the government to consider putting a price freeze on some essential foodstuffs to protect the public from inflation fuelled by the Middle East conflict. Retailers rejected the plan, criticising
prices and the longer they go on will have an impact on the economy,” he said. “And we do care. We’ve not seen anything particularly yet in terms of credit weakness. But what
impact the global prices. A lower rate of inflation does not mean prices are falling across the board, but that prices are rising more slowly than previously. The drop in inflation occurred despite the rise
UK have faced higher fuel costs since the US-Israel war with Iran began. Prices surged when the conflict began on 28 February, with the production and transportation of oil across the Middle East slowing
inflation figures reveal the impact of the Iran War on prices in the UK](https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/85c3fd87fb4e9d094c2d9e63d7cceb330937e325/650_0_5615_4492/master/5615.jpg?width=445&dpr=1&s=none&crop=none) Donald Trump’s war on Iran is having a big impact on prices globally. Photograph: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP Donald
price rises. IMF chief economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas told the BBC a prolonged conflict would lead to spiralling inflation, push up unemployment and lead to food insecurity in some countries. He warned that even
impact. About 53% of UK mortgage holders are expected to see their payments rise, the Bank says, but around 25% of those who fixed at higher rates should see their payments fall, despite recent increases
fuel increased 10.4% – the greatest rise since December 2022 when Russia’s invasion of Ukraine caused a spike in petrol and diesel prices. The figures follow a slew of [surveys](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/may/11/uk-households-brace-cost-of-living-crisis-pwc-survey-consumer-confidence) and [reports
impact demand, as the bulk of their estate remains in city centre locations." Rising costs are clearly a concern for businesses and consumers. Pret's latest accounts, for 2024, show like-for-like sales were
fuel purchases, total retail sales fell by 0.4% month on month. Fitzner said there were “strong and sustained” sales at beauty product and computer and tech shops in April. However, sales at retail stores fell
impact of the Middle East conflict dampens confidence in the economy and personal finances, a survey has suggested. Consumer confidence in the UK has dipped over the last three months at the fastest rate since
UK, with the latest figures showing [inflation has risen to 3.3%](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnv8l17r51ro) largely due to higher fuel prices. With warnings of higher food costs and travel fares also looming, how high could inflation
fuel surcharges for their customers, which led to a spike in prices-charged inflation across the service economy to its highest for over three years in April.” Despite this, firms reported slightly better business than
fuel prices skyrocket. "So there will be a degree of some of these price increases, obviously, having to be swallowed by some of these producers," she says. A loaf of basic medium slice white bread
impact of the Middle East crisis in Britain, several closely-watched surveys of business activity and consumer confidence blamed the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran for a marked deterioration in the outlook in April