Reino Unido Taxa De Inflação

The annual inflation rate in the UK increased to 9.1% in May of 2021 from 9% in the previous month, the highest since 1982 and in line with market expectations. Cost accelerated for housing and utilities (19.4% vs 19.2%); transport (13.8% vs 13.5%); food & non-alcoholic beverages (8.6% vs 6.7%); furniture & household goods (10.5% vs 10.3%); and alcoholic beverages & tobacco (5% vs 4.4%). On the other hand, prices rose at a softer pace for restaurant & hotels (7.6% vs 7.9%); recreation & culture (5% vs 5.9%); health (1.8% vs 2.3%); and clothing & footwear (7% vs 8.3%). Meanwhile, inflation was steady for education (at 4.5%); communication (at 2.8%); and miscellaneous goods & services (at 2.9%). On a monthly basis, consumer prices went up 0.7%, above forecasts of 0.6%, with main upward pressure coming from food and non-food prices.