Live: Inflation expected to rise

SummaryAugust’s inflation figures will be published on 16 September at 7amExperts forecast inflation will rise as the UK continues to be hit by the economic consequences of the Iran war.The consumer prices index (CPI) rose by 2.9% in the 12 months to July 2026, the latest month for which there is data.The Bank of England will announce its latest interest rates decision on 17 September; its decision is likely to be influenced by the latest inflation data| What is inflation? | CPI vs RPI inf