UK CPI measures how fast consumer prices are rising year-on-year, the key inflation gauge the Bank of England watches when setting interest rates.
Actual
3%
Forecast
3.0%
Previous
3.4%
UK Inflation Rate (CPI) for Jan came in at 3% versus 3.0% expected (previous 3.4%), in line with forecast.
What it meant for the GBP
The actual landed in line with the 3.0% forecast. A reading above forecast is generally bullish for the GBP, and below forecast bearish.
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