Published on 18/02/2026
The UK’s latest inflation figures have returned to the focus of global markets by strengthening the possibility of interest rate cuts by the Bank of England in the coming months. Although the scenario still shows mixed signs, especially in the service sector, the predominant trend remains inflationary deceleration.
The Consumer Price Index (CIP) showed that overall inflation declined from 3.4% to 3.0%, in line with market expectations. The movement was driven mainly by seasonal factors, such as falling air fares, falling fuel prices and basic effects related to previous tax changes.
Despite full index relief, service inflation remains relatively high, recording 4.4% in the annual comparison. This data still represents a point of attention to the Bank of England, since the service sector usually reflects wage pressures and internal dynamics of the economy with greater persistence.
Large financial institutions interpreted the figures as compatible with a gradual disinflation scenario. Among the main highlights are the consistent deceleration of food inflation, restraint in goods prices and signs of labour market weakening — factors that can make room for monetary flexibility.
Market projections indicate that inflation may approach the 2% target already in the spring of Europe, with the possibility of temporarily falling below that level before stabilising. If this trajectory is confirmed, the first interest cut can take place between March and April, inaugurating a new monetary adjustment cycle in the UK.
In the Forex market, the prospect of interest cuts tends to exert pressure on the pound sterling, especially against currencies whose central banks maintain a more restrictive stance. Movements in British monetary policy directly influence pairs such as GBP/USD and also impact global capital flows.
In addition, the current environment reinforces a central feature of the global financial market: high sensitivity to macroeconomic data. Inflation, employment and growth indicators have started to cause rapid and intense restitutions, increasing intraday volatility and requiring greater technical preparation of market participants.
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