UK September CPI Year-on-Year Released: Positive for GBP

The UK Office for National Statistics released the September year-on-year Consumer Price Index (CPI) on September 17, 2025. The actual reading was 3.8%, with no forecast provided; the previous value was also 3.8%.Definition: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the price changes of a fixed basket of consumer goods, primarily reflecting fluctuations in prices paid by consumers for goods and services. It is a key indicator of inflation. Inflation is critical to currency valuation, as rising prices may prompt the central bank to raise interest rates, which is supportive for the British pound.This data has an importance rating of 2. The calculation method is based on inflation-adjusted changes in the value of all goods and services within economic activity. The data is published monthly, with the next release scheduled for November 19, 2025.

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